Croyde Bay
Croyde Bay is Devon's most celebrated beach break--a horseshoe-shaped bay that produces hollow, punchy peaks at low tide when the rock shelf creates steep, barrelling waves.
Croyde Bay surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Direction range
- 240° - 300°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low
Water temp
13°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
7/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Croyde Bay?
The Croyde Bay profile favors low tide. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Croyde Bay?
The Croyde Bay profile uses wind from E (90°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 60° to 130°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Croyde Bay?
The Croyde Bay scoring profile favors swell from W (240° to 300°), a swell-height range of 1.2m to 2.4m, and a reference period of 12s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Croyde Bay?
The main season at Croyde Bay is Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Apr, May, Aug. Best Sept-March but summer swells possible
How do I get to Croyde Bay?
The spot profile lists EXT as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 60 minutes.
What kind of wave is Croyde Bay?
Croyde Bay is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, May, Aug
Best Sept-March but summer swells possible
Getting There
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