Beach break / reef · Mornington Peninsula - Phillip Island · Beginner → Advanced
Forecast for Monday 31 August
Intermediate : Too big for your level. Don't mess with that.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
An ocean beach on the Mornington Peninsula, wide sand stretches exposed to Bass Strait. Patrolled in summer, though neighbouring beaches in the same park are known for strong currents and submerged reefs.
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
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 Portsea Back Beach, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Portsea Back Beach is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
The ideal wind at Portsea Back Beach comes broadly from North-East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Portsea Back Beach, you can also check conditions at URBNSURF, Ouano, Île des Pins. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.