The Surf Window

Prevelly

Western Australia, Australia

Point breakIntermediate

In the heart of the Margaret River surf region, Prevelly village sits above the Margaret River mouth where the river meets the Indian Ocean, one of WA's most scenic surf settings and home to the Margaret River Pro, one of the Championship Tour's most prestigious events.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size–S 1.5–3m at 14–18s

Wind

NE

Light to E under 15 knots

Tide

Mid tide

LowMidHigh

Season

Mar–Oct

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Reef break

Bottom

Limestone reef

Shape

Rights and lefts off the reef and river mouth

Length

100–300m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced to expert
  • •Why: World-class reef break that hosts WSL Championship Tour events, serious waves

Hazards

  • •Limestone reef, sharp and shallow in sections
  • •Powerful Southern Ocean swells
  • •Can be crowded during competition and on prime swell days

Local Tips

  • •The main break (Main Break / Box) is world-famous, watch from the cliff before paddling out
  • •The river mouth sandbar creates an additional break when swell hits right
  • •The Margaret River wine region surrounds the area, post-surf tastings are one of the great pleasures

Location

Map showing the location of Prevelly in Western Australia, Australia

-33.9784, 114.9949