Reef break · Mornington Peninsula - Phillip Island · Advanced
Forecast for Tuesday 1 September
Advanced : Nothing to surf today. Rest those arms.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
White sand beach backed by basalt cliffs in Mornington Peninsula National Park, next to Mushroom Reef sanctuary. Unpatrolled, with strong currents and cold water.
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
For experts only. Powerful waves, strong currents or technical bottom. Ask locally first.
Direct access from the beach, but mind the rocky bottom. Wetsuit + booties recommended, do not surf at low tide.
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
At Flinders Beach, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Flinders Beach is rather recommended for advanced surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
The ideal wind at Flinders Beach comes broadly from North-West: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Flinders Beach, you can also check conditions at URBNSURF, Ouano, Île des Pins. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.