Martha Lavinia
Martha Lavinia is the remote beach break on King Island that Tracks magazine rated as Australia's best. Sitting in Bass Strait between Tasmania and Victoria, the west-facing beach catches every Southern Ocean swell that rolls through, delivering powerful, hollow beach break peaks with nobody around. The island's small population means you'll likely surf alone, accompanied only by the kelp forests, Cape Barren geese, and the occasional seal. Getting here requires a flight to the tiny King Island Airport, but the reward is pristine, uncrowded waves in one of Australia's wildest settings.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 260°
- Size range
- 1m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.4m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WSW (240°)
- Offshore range
- 210° - 280°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.3m
Water temp
14°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: King Island Airport (KNS). Short drive to west coast beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Martha Lavinia?
Martha Lavinia works best on a low to mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.3m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Martha Lavinia?
Offshore wind at Martha Lavinia blows from the WSW (240°). Anything in the 210° to 280° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Martha Lavinia?
Martha Lavinia wants SW swell (200° to 260°) between 1m and 3m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Martha Lavinia?
The main season at Martha Lavinia is Jan-Dec. Year-round. Consistent swell from Southern Ocean and Bass Strait.
How do I get to Martha Lavinia?
Fly into KNS, then allow about 20 minutes by road. King Island Airport (KNS). Short drive to west coast beach.
What kind of wave is Martha Lavinia?
Martha Lavinia is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Jan-Dec
Year-round. Consistent swell from Southern Ocean and Bass Strait.
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