Point Impossible
Point Impossible is the Surf Coast's quieter alternative to Bells and Winki Pop—a quality right-hand reef break between Torquay and Ocean Grove that picks up the same SW groundswell but with a fraction of the crowd. The break has two sections: the Insides offers a gentler ride suited to learners, while the Outsides delivers more powerful walls over the outer reef. When clean SW swell and NW winds combine on a low tide, Point Impossible can produce surprisingly good waves in a mellow atmosphere.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (210°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 250°
- Size range
- 0.5m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.9m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 13s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNW (340°)
- Offshore range
- 300° - 20°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
Water temp
14°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Beach access from Point Impossible car park. Between Torquay and Ocean Grove.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Point Impossible?
Point Impossible works best on a low to mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.2m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Point Impossible?
Offshore wind at Point Impossible blows from the NNW (340°). Anything in the 300° to 20° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Point Impossible?
Point Impossible wants SSW swell (180° to 250°) between 0.5m and 2.5m, with a period of 13s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Point Impossible?
The main season at Point Impossible is Jun-Aug. A secondary window runs Apr, May, Sep, Oct. Winter for biggest swells. Less crowded than Bells area.
How do I get to Point Impossible?
Fly into MEL, then allow about 90 minutes by road. Beach access from Point Impossible car park. Between Torquay and Ocean Grove.
What kind of wave is Point Impossible?
Point Impossible is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Jun-Aug
Secondary: Apr, May, Sep, Oct
Winter for biggest swells. Less crowded than Bells area.
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