The Right
The Right is one of the heaviest waves on Earth—a mutant right-hand slab that detonates over a flat rock shelf on Western Australia's remote south coast. When massive Southern Ocean swells march in, the wave throws a thick, square lip that produces cavernous barrels and 40-second hold-downs. Only accessible by boat or jet ski from a remote stretch of coast near Walpole, The Right is strictly for elite big wave surfers and has attracted the world's best hellmen since it was first towed into in the mid-2000s.
The Right surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (210°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 310°
- Size range
- 3m - 12m
- Ideal size
- 5.3m - 8m
- Height multiplier
- 1.08×
- Ideal period
- 18s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 315° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
16°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
10/10
Crowd level
1/10
👥 Spring Break (Sep 26 – Oct 11) — expect extra crowds
Access: Boat or jet ski access only from Boat Harbour Road off South Coast Highway near Walpole.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at The Right?
The The Right 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 The Right?
The The Right profile uses wind from N (0°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 315° to 45°. 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 The Right?
The The Right scoring profile favors swell from SSW (180° to 310°), a swell-height range of 3m to 12m, and a reference period of 18s. 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 The Right?
The main season at The Right is May-Aug. A secondary window runs Apr, Sep. Winter Southern Ocean swells. Needs large swell to break.
How do I get to The Right?
The spot profile lists ALH as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 90 minutes. A boat transfer is also required. The profile estimates $500 USD; confirm the current price and departure point with an operator. Boat or jet ski access only from Boat Harbour Road off South Coast Highway near Walpole.
What kind of wave is The Right?
The Right is a big wave break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 10/10.
Best Season
Peak: May-Aug
Secondary: Apr, Sep
Winter Southern Ocean swells. Needs large swell to break.
Getting There
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