Beach BreakIntermediate — Advancedwinter

Whale Beach

Scenic cove beach break on Sydney's Northern Beaches. Powerful waves funneled into the cove. Less crowded than other Sydney spots. Beautiful sandstone headlands.

Beach break in cove

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

E, SE

Swell Size

3–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (W)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Intermediate — Advanced

Location

County

New South Wales

Region

Sydney Northern Beaches

Coordinates

-33.6120, 151.3310

NOAA Buoy

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