Batts Rock
Batts Rock is Barbados's west coast secret—a Pipeline-esque reef break that only turns on when rare N swells wrap around the island. When it works, the wave produces thick, wedging barrels that drop into shallow reef. One of the Caribbean's most elusive waves.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 320° - 20°
- Size range
- 1.5m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- high
- Optimal range
- 1.2m - 2m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
9/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: West coast. Perfect when rare N swells wrap in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Batts Rock?
Batts Rock works best on a high tide, ideally between 1.2m and 2m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Batts Rock?
Offshore wind at Batts Rock blows from the E (90°). Anything in the 60° to 120° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Batts Rock?
Batts Rock wants N swell (320° to 20°) between 1.5m and 3m, with a period of 16s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Batts Rock?
The main season at Batts Rock is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. Needs big N swells. Rare but epic.
How do I get to Batts Rock?
Fly into BGI, then allow about 25 minutes by road. West coast. Perfect when rare N swells wrap in.
What kind of wave is Batts Rock?
Batts Rock is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 9/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Needs big N swells. Rare but epic.
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