Scotts Head
Scotts Head is Dominica's surf spot—a reef break at the southern tip of the "Nature Island" where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean. The dramatic volcanic setting and uncrowded waves make this a unique Caribbean surf experience.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Direction range
- 100° - 170°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Offshore range
- 280° - 350°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: South Dominica. Nature Island surf.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Scotts Head?
Scotts Head is a reef break in Scotts Head, Dominica, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Scotts Head?
Scotts Head picks up swell from the E round to the S, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SE. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Scotts Head?
A NW wind is dead offshore at Scotts Head, and anything from the W round to the N keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Scotts Head?
Scotts Head is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.6m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Scotts Head?
The most reliable run of swell at Scotts Head comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Dominica option.
How cold is the water at Scotts Head?
The water at Scotts Head averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Scotts Head good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 1/10). Dominica option.
How do I get to Scotts Head?
The nearest airport on our list is DOM, then it's roughly a 45-minute drive. South Dominica. Nature Island surf.
What other surf spots are near Scotts Head?
The closest breaks we track are Anse Couleuvre (46 km) and Anse Charpentier (57 km), handy when Scotts Head isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Dominica option.
Getting There
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