Flinders surf report
Reef breaks around Flinders that light up on a big swell.
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Tomorrow at Flinders (Sun, 4 Oct) · not worth it
Nah.
Choppy onshore wind, overhead waves. Rated for an intermediate surfer.
- South-westerly wind at 7 kn. That's onshore here, so it'll be choppy and messy.
- Waves around overhead (1.6m faces), a good size for an intermediate surfer.
- South-westerly swell at 11 seconds, an angle this spot likes.
- Mid tide and rising at 12pm, which suits this spot.
- At 1.6m and 11 seconds, Flinders is one for advanced / pro surfers and up today. Shallow reef and cold water.
Forecast checked Sat, 3 Oct, 9:11 pm Gold Coast time.
When is Flinders good?
- Best wind
- Northerly (offshore) or none
- Best swell
- South-south-east to west-south-west
- Best tide
- Mid tide
- Suits
- Intermediate+
Who it suits depends on the size: intermediates up to about 1m. Bigger than 1m it is for advanced surfers. Long-period groundswell hits harder, so it counts as bigger.
It is a bit smaller than the open beaches, which keeps it friendly when the swell is up. A northerly wind blows offshore here, so mornings before the sea breeze are usually cleanest. Get Frothin’ checks the wind, swell, tide and the live wave buoys every hour and tells you, in plain English, whether it's worth paddling out at Flinders for your level.
Watch out
Shallow reef and cold water.
Frequently asked
What are the best conditions for surfing Flinders?
Flinders is best with a northerly (offshore) wind or no wind, a south-south-east to west-south-west swell and mid tide. It is a bit smaller than the open beaches, which keeps it friendly when the swell is up.
What wind is offshore at Flinders?
A northerly wind (N) blows straight offshore at Flinders, holding the waves up and keeping them clean. Light winds are good too. Onshore winds make it choppy.
Is Flinders good for beginners?
Not really. Flinders is best for intermediate surfers and up. Beginners will have a better time at Smiths Beach (Phillip Island).
What should I watch out for at Flinders?
Shallow reef and cold water.
Nearby breaks
- Point Leo 8.2 km
- Gunnamatta 14.6 km
- Smiths Beach (Phillip Island) 19.5 km