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Wategos

Point / beach · Northern NSW · Beginner → Advanced

Reading the tides…

Wategos surf today

Forecast for Wednesday 14 October

Intermediate : Nothing to surf today. Rest those arms.

Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)

  • Beginner —
  • Intermediate —
  • Advanced —
  • Waves 1.9 m · 7 s period
  • Wind S 21 km/h (gusts 59 km/h)
  • Tides: ▽ 04:00 · ▽ 17:00

About this spot

The cove at Australia's most easterly point. Mixed-up rolling peaks that reform, ideal for any ability.

Northern NSWPoint / beachBeginner → AdvancedNE → E swell

Spot photos

Wategos surf todayHourly score, tides and today's best session window.→

Wategos in detail

Beginner → Advanced

Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.

Access & landmarks

Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.

Safety

Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.

Frequently asked about Wategos

What tide is best for surfing Wategos?

At Wategos, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.

Is Wategos suitable for beginners?

Wategos is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.

What wind is ideal for Wategos?

The ideal wind at Wategos comes broadly from South-West: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.

What surf spots are near Wategos?

Around Wategos, you can also check conditions at The Pass, Byron Bay, Main Beach, Byron Bay, Suffolk Park. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.