The Farm (Killalea) surf report
Beach in Killalea Reserve near Shellharbour, popular for all levels.
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Tomorrow at The Farm (Killalea) (Sun, 4 Oct) · best 10am–1pm
Perfect.
Glassy, no wind, chest-high waves. Rated for a beginner.
- Barely any wind (5 kn), so it'll be glassy and smooth.
- Waves around chest high (0.9m faces), a good size for a beginner.
- East-north-easterly swell at 6 seconds, an angle this spot likes.
- Mid tide and rising at 10am, which suits this spot.
- Wind swings south-easterly 7 kn around 1pm, so it'll get choppy.
Forecast checked Sat, 3 Oct, 9:15 pm Gold Coast time.
When is The Farm (Killalea) good?
- Best wind
- Westerly (offshore) or none
- Best swell
- North-north-east to south
- Best tide
- Mid tide
- Suits
- Beginner+
Who it suits depends on the size: learners up to about 0.7m, beginners up to about 1.1m, intermediates up to about 1.7m. Bigger than 1.7m it is for advanced surfers. Long-period groundswell hits harder, so it counts as bigger.
It gets most of the open-ocean swell, so there is usually something to ride. A westerly 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 The Farm (Killalea) for your level.
Watch out
Rips and crowds on weekends.
Surf schools at The Farm (Killalea)
Lessons mean more people in the water. The app flags when a school is out, so you know it'll be busy.
- Pines Surfing Academy - Group Lessons. Lessons usually start at 9am, 11:30am, 2pm.
- Pines Surfing Academy - After School 8 Weeks. Lessons usually start at 4pm.
- Pines Surfing Academy - Weekend 8 Weeks. Lessons usually start at 9am.
- Pines Surfing Academy - All Day Holiday Program. Lessons usually start at 9am.
Frequently asked
What are the best conditions for surfing The Farm (Killalea)?
The Farm (Killalea) is best with a westerly (offshore) wind or no wind, a north-north-east to south swell and mid tide. It gets most of the open-ocean swell, so there is usually something to ride.
What wind is offshore at The Farm (Killalea)?
A westerly wind (W) blows straight offshore at The Farm (Killalea), holding the waves up and keeping them clean. Light winds are good too. Onshore winds make it choppy.
Is The Farm (Killalea) good for beginners?
It can be. The Farm (Killalea) suits beginners on small, clean days. On bigger days it is better left to more experienced surfers.
What should I watch out for at The Farm (Killalea)?
Rips and crowds on weekends.
Are there surf lessons at The Farm (Killalea)?
Yes: Pines Surfing Academy - Group Lessons, Pines Surfing Academy - After School 8 Weeks, Pines Surfing Academy - Weekend 8 Weeks, Pines Surfing Academy - All Day Holiday Program. Lesson times bring more people into the water, and Get Frothin’ shows when lessons are on, so you can plan around the busy times.
Nearby breaks
- North Wollongong 21.3 km
- Seven Mile Beach 21.9 km
- Sandon Point 30.5 km