Black Rock (Socials)
Black Rock (locally known as Socials) is Rarotonga's most popular surf break, located in front of the Nikao Social Centre on the northwest coast. A reef break offering both lefts and rights, it catches North Pacific swells during the November-March season. More accessible than the south coast passes, it's the go-to break for the local surf community.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Direction range
- 310° - 50°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 0.92×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Offshore range
- 160° - 240°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Shore access from Nikao Social Centre. 3km from airport.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr-Oct
Nov-Mar for N swells from North Pacific storms. Year-round potential.