Lefthanders is a quality reef break near Gracetown that offers one of the Margaret River region's best left-hand waves. The wave breaks along a rock shelf, producing long, workable walls with barrel sections when the swell is solid. While less famous than the Box or North Point, Lefthanders delivers a more user-friendly experience for competent surfers. The area is known for Great White shark activity, so most surfers use personal deterrents and surf in groups. When SW swells pulse through, this wave turns on with power and consistency.
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Walk from Gracetown boat ramp.
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Winter months. SW groundswell essential.
Verified by Surfline, local reports
How well swell angle matches the spot
Wave height in the ideal range
Each spot has different period requirements. Points and reefs can handle longer periods than beaches.
Offshore/glassy conditions