Cassava Point
Cassava Point is another world-class left in the Robertsport area, offering long peeling waves that barrel on the inside section. Named for the cassava farms that dot the surrounding hills, this wave is remarkably consistent and virtually uncrowded. The warm tropical water and lush green backdrop make it feel like a dream—one of Africa's hidden gems.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (210°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 240°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Offshore range
- 20° - 80°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: World-class left point. Long peeling waves, uncrowded.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Cassava Point?
Cassava Point is a point break in Robertsport, Liberia, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Cassava Point?
Cassava Point picks up swell from the S round to the WSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. 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 12s or longer, as anything under 8s 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 Cassava Point?
A NE wind is dead offshore at Cassava Point, and anything from the NNE round to the E keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Cassava Point?
Cassava Point has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 2m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Cassava Point?
The most reliable run of swell at Cassava Point comes Apr to Oct. There's a second window in Mar and Nov too. SW swell season. All tides.
How cold is the water at Cassava Point?
The water at Cassava Point 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 Cassava Point good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Solid point break with long walls and barrel sections.
How do I get to Cassava Point?
The nearest airport on our list is ROB, then it's roughly a 2-hour drive. World-class left point. Long peeling waves, uncrowded.
What other surf spots are near Cassava Point?
The closest breaks we track are Cotton Trees (1.3 km), Cutting Point (2.1 km) and Camp Point (2.1 km), handy when Cassava Point isn't working. We track 8 spots around Robertsport in total.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
Secondary: Mar, Nov
SW swell season. All tides.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Cotton Trees
🌳 Half-mile lefts • Rainforest backdrop • Liberia's crown jewel
Cutting Point
✂️ Easy paddle channel • Quality left walls • Uncrowded lineup
Camp Point
⛺ Forgiving left point • Sandy bottom • Intermediate-friendly
Jocoli (El Loco)
🚶 30-min walk reward • Consistent left • Performance walls
Shipwreck (Robertsport)
🚢 Named for the wreck • Powerful reef left • Consistent barrels
Fisherman's Point
🚣 Gateway to Robertsport • Hollow rights • Fishermen's launch point