Smiths Beach
Smiths Beach is the Margaret River region's most approachable wave—a forgiving sandy reef break that offers fun lefts and rights without the intimidation factor of its heavier neighbours. Nestled in a protected bay near Yallingup, the wave works through most conditions and is a favourite with intermediate surfers and families. When bigger WSW swells push through, the outside reef section fires with more power, while the inside remains playful. The beautiful turquoise water and white sand beach make it one of the most scenic surf spots on the Cape Naturaliste coast.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (230°)
- Direction range
- 215° - 280°
- Size range
- 0.5m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.4m - 2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.65m - 0.95m
Water temp
20°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Easy beach access from Smiths Beach carpark near Yallingup, ~2hr45 drive south of Perth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Smiths Beach?
Smiths Beach is a beach break in Yallingup, Australia, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Smiths Beach?
Smiths Beach picks up swell from the SW round to the W, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. It starts working at around 0.5m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.4 to 2m. Period matters too: aim for 12s or longer, as anything under 8s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Smiths Beach?
An E wind is dead offshore at Smiths Beach, and anything from the ENE round to the SE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Smiths Beach?
Smiths Beach is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.65m to 0.95m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Smiths Beach?
Smiths Beach works year-round. Year-round. More forgiving than other Margaret River breaks.
How cold is the water at Smiths Beach?
The water at Smiths Beach averages around 20°C, so you'll want a 3/2mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Smiths Beach good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (5/10) when it's on. Sandy reef bottom. Generally safe but watch for rips on bigger days.
How do I get to Smiths Beach?
The nearest airport on our list is PER, then it's roughly a 3-hour drive. Easy beach access from Smiths Beach carpark near Yallingup, ~2hr45 drive south of Perth.
What other surf spots are near Smiths Beach?
The closest breaks we track are Yallingup (3.4 km), Injidup (6.9 km) and Three Bears (7.6 km), handy when Smiths Beach isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Jan-Dec
Year-round. More forgiving than other Margaret River breaks.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Yallingup
🏖️ Protected Cape Naturaliste • Friendly reef right • Noongar country
Injidup
🏝️ Hidden bay beauty • Multiple peaks • All abilities welcome
Three Bears
🐻 Yallingup left • Barrel reef • Consistent
The Guillotine
🔪 Gracetown reef • Very consistent • Uncrowded
Cow Bombie
🏔️ Australia's biggest wave • 2km offshore • Margaret River power
South Point
🌿 Gracetown left • Beginner friendly • Works in onshore