Reef break · Southwest Australia · Intermediate → Advanced
Forecast for Tuesday 1 September
Intermediate : Too big for your level. Don't mess with that.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
A trio of reef peaks in Southwest Australia: Papa for pros, Mama for backdoor barrels, Baby for progressing surfers. Works on SW swell with offshore east wind, intermediate level and up.
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
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 Three Bears, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Three Bears is rather recommended for intermediate 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 Three Bears comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Three Bears, you can also check conditions at URBNSURF, Selong Belanak, Gerupuk. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.