Surf Forecast  Woolacombe

Woolacombe surfspot characteristics

More about Woolacombe surfspot

Mellow, open beachbreak peaks working through the tide. Popular with longboarders and beginners. Lined-up high tide right off the rocks and shapely low tide peaks in the small bay of Combesgate to the north.

General: A 2 mile long stretch of sand that offers many peaks and loads of room to spread out. Popular high tide right at the northern end where the town is, plus the stream here helps sculpt consistent banks. Looking south there are a number of lefts and rights that work through the tides. Good option to escape the Croyde crowds. Tides: Breaks through the tides. Size: Waist high to overhead. Wind: E Swell: W Bottom: Sand Paddling: Not too bad. Spot Rating: Flexible, fun beach break with loads of potential to find good peaks in clean swells.

Generally good for all comers, but best left to more experienced surfers when it gets big due to rips.

Large car park in Woolacombe overlooking the sea, or on Marine Drive running parallel to the beach, just back from dunes.

Works year round, but best September - November.

Crowd Factor: its busy but manageable as there's plenty of room to spread out. Local Vibe: Relaxed.

Ample pay-parking around Woolacombe and full facilities.

Pretty clean - can be sewage discharge after heavy rains.

Rips when big.