Surf Forecast South Fistral
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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.
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.
Better left to experienced surfers.
Esplanade Rd on Pentire Head.
Parking along Esplanade Road overlooking sea, fills quickly when good. Steps down to beach.
Works year round.
Crowd Factor: Always busy, crazy in the summer. Local Vibe: The best peaks will have a heavy and competitive local crew.
Park on the Pentire Headland road, if you can.
Good.
Crowds, rips, rocks at southern end.