Long Reef (south side)
Peaks over reef and sand off Long Reef beach; consistent and powerful, best on SE swell with NW wind. It works best on a SE swell with NW winds. Watch for: crowds, reef patches.
Long Reef (south side) surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SE (140°)
- Direction range
- 60° - 190°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.4m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Offshore range
- 270° - 0°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
20°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
8/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Long Reef (south side)?
The Long Reef (south side) profile does not specify a preferred tide stage. That does not mean tide has no effect: check local conditions alongside swell and wind.
What wind direction is offshore at Long Reef (south side)?
The Long Reef (south side) profile uses wind from NW (315°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 270° to 0°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Long Reef (south side)?
The Long Reef (south side) scoring profile favors swell from SE (60° to 190°), a swell-height range of 0.6m to 3m, and a reference period of 12s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Long Reef (south side)?
The main season at Long Reef (south side) is Mar-Sep.
How do I get to Long Reef (south side)?
The spot profile lists SYD as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 40 minutes.
What kind of wave is Long Reef (south side)?
Long Reef (south side) is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Sep
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