Three Bears
Three Bears is a consistent left-hand reef break near Yallingup that offers a high-driving barrel after a peaky takeoff. The exposed reef picks up plenty of swell and works across most tidal stages. Named for the three distinct sections along the reef—Papa Bear, Mama Bear, and Baby Bear—each offering different wave characteristics. A reliable option when the bigger Margaret River breaks are too heavy.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 195° - 270°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.3m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
20°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Access from Yallingup Beach carpark. Short walk south.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Three Bears?
Three Bears handles all stages of the tide, so time your session around the wind instead. The live chart above shows the next few days.
What wind direction is offshore at Three Bears?
Offshore wind at Three Bears blows from the E (90°). Anything in the 45° to 135° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Three Bears?
Three Bears wants SW swell (195° to 270°) between 0.8m and 3m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Three Bears?
The main season at Three Bears is Mar-Oct. A secondary window runs Jan, Feb, Nov. Best autumn through spring. Consistent exposed reef picks up most swells.
How do I get to Three Bears?
Fly into PER, then allow about 160 minutes by road. Access from Yallingup Beach carpark. Short walk south.
What kind of wave is Three Bears?
Three Bears is a reef break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Jan, Feb, Nov
Best autumn through spring. Consistent exposed reef picks up most swells.
Getting There
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