Tallows Beach
Tallows Beach is Byron Bay's swell magnet—the long, south-facing stretch of beach between Cape Byron and Broken Head that catches SE-E swell when the north-facing breaks like The Pass go flat. The beach offers powerful, punchy peaks along its 3km length, with the best banks typically forming near the Cape Byron end. Less crowded than Byron's other breaks due to the walk required to reach it, Tallows delivers a rawer, more isolated surf experience within sight of Australia's most easterly point.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- E (83°)
- Direction range
- 61° - 143°
- Size range
- 0.5m - 2.2m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 11s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WSW (240°)
- Offshore range
- 284° - 351°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Beach access from Tallows Beach Road or walk from Cape Byron.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Tallows Beach?
Tallows Beach works best on a mid tide. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Tallows Beach?
Offshore wind at Tallows Beach blows from the WSW (240°). Anything in the 284° to 351° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Tallows Beach?
Tallows Beach wants E swell (61° to 143°) between 0.5m and 2.2m, with a period of 11s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Tallows Beach?
The main season at Tallows Beach is Jan-Dec. Year-round. Swell magnet when other Byron spots are flat.
How do I get to Tallows Beach?
Fly into BNK, then allow about 15 minutes by road. Beach access from Tallows Beach Road or walk from Cape Byron.
What kind of wave is Tallows Beach?
Tallows Beach is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Jan-Dec
Year-round. Swell magnet when other Byron spots are flat.
Getting There
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