Strickland Bay (Rottnest) surf report
Powerful left-hand reef on Rottnest Island.
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Tomorrow at Strickland Bay (Rottnest) (Sun, 4 Oct) · best 8am–6pm
Okay.
Choppy onshore wind, well overhead waves. Rated for an advanced surfer.
- Southerly wind at 11 kn. That's onshore here, so it'll be choppy and messy.
- Waves around well overhead (2.4m faces), a good size for an advanced surfer.
- South-westerly swell at 11 seconds, an angle this spot likes.
- Mid tide and dropping at 8am, which suits this spot.
Forecast checked Sat, 3 Oct, 7:16 pm Gold Coast time.
When is Strickland Bay (Rottnest) good?
- Best wind
- North-easterly (offshore) or none
- Best swell
- South to west
- Best tide
- Mid tide
- Suits
- Advanced+
It is for advanced surfers.
It gets most of the open-ocean swell, so there is usually something to ride. A north-easterly 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 Strickland Bay (Rottnest) for your level.
Watch out
Heavy waves over shallow reef and a boat trip away.
Frequently asked
What are the best conditions for surfing Strickland Bay (Rottnest)?
Strickland Bay (Rottnest) is best with a north-easterly (offshore) wind or no wind, a south to west swell and mid tide. It gets most of the open-ocean swell, so there is usually something to ride.
What wind is offshore at Strickland Bay (Rottnest)?
A north-easterly wind (NE) blows straight offshore at Strickland Bay (Rottnest), holding the waves up and keeping them clean. Light winds are good too. Onshore winds make it choppy.
Is Strickland Bay (Rottnest) good for beginners?
No. Strickland Bay (Rottnest) is for advanced surfers. Beginners should try Scarborough or Cottesloe instead.
What should I watch out for at Strickland Bay (Rottnest)?
Heavy waves over shallow reef and a boat trip away.
Nearby breaks
- Cottesloe 27.0 km
- Scarborough 30.6 km
- Trigg Point 31.4 km