Surf: Lined up lefts over sand and occasional rock bottom. Good shelter from SW winds by the headland. Prefers higher tides, unlike North Fistral. Jump off rocks when big. Directions: Esplanade Rd on Pentire Head. Environment: Park on the Pentire Headland road, if you can. Surf: General: Just a short walk down the beach from ‘North’ lies another iconic break with long, walling peaks and a long left breaking off the rocks. South pics up less swell due to Pentire Headland but has the advantage of offering some shelter in a southwesterly wind. Always busy with advanced surfers out back and beginners on foamies on the inside. Watch out for rips here. Tides: Low to mid tide best, high tide breaks on rocks. Size: Thigh high to head and a half. Wind: SE to NE, but can be sheltered in S to SW. Swell: SW to NW Bottom: Sand and rock. Paddling: A big paddle in big swells. Spot Rating: Biggest and best days sees long walls plus heavy and hollow peaks, mostly fun and rippable. Access: Parking along Esplanade Road overlooking sea, fills quickly when good. Steps down to beach. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Always busy, crazy in the summer. Local Vibe: The best peaks will have a heavy and competitive local crew. Environment: Good. Hazards: Crowds, rips, rocks at southern end. Season: Works year round.