Forresters Beach
Some of the most impressive reef breaks in NSW - multiple setups along a 600m offshore reef that handle serious size. Expert only. The main reef is a 15-minute paddle and demands respect, fitness, and experience. Shark activity is noted but the quality of waves keeps the committed crew coming back. When it's on, Forresters delivers world-class walls.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSE (160°)
- Direction range
- 112° - 180°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3.8m
- Ideal size
- 3.0m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Offshore range
- 280° - 350°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.4m
Water temp
20°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Beach access from Forresters Beach Road. Long paddle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Forresters Beach?
Forresters Beach works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.4m and 1.4m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Forresters Beach?
Offshore wind at Forresters Beach blows from the NW (315°). Anything in the 280° to 350° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Forresters Beach?
Forresters Beach wants SSE swell (112° to 180°) between 1.2m and 3.8m, with a period of 15s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Forresters Beach?
The main season at Forresters Beach is Apr-Sep. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. Winter swells only. Expert conditions.
How do I get to Forresters Beach?
Fly into SYD, then allow about 75 minutes by road. Beach access from Forresters Beach Road. Long paddle.
What kind of wave is Forresters Beach?
Forresters Beach is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 8/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Winter swells only. Expert conditions.
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