The Surf Window

Seven Mile Beach TAS

Tasmania, Australia

Beach breakIntermediate

Near Hobart on the Derwent estuary's eastern shore, Seven Mile Beach is a long, exposed stretch of sand that catches southeast swells from the Tasman Sea and delivers consistent beach break to Hobart's surf community in an extraordinary river-meets-ocean setting.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalSSW (195°)
WindowSSE–WSW (150°–240°)
Size–S 1.5–2.5m at 12–16s

Wind

NW

Light to W under 15 knots

Tide

Mid tide

LowMidHigh

Season

Mar–Sep

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Beach break

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Multiple peaks along the long beach

Length

60–150m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate surfers
  • •Why: Consistent Southern Ocean beach break in cold water

Hazards

  • •Cold water, 10–15°C requires full wetsuit
  • •Strong rip currents
  • •Very exposed to southeast weather, conditions can deteriorate fast

Local Tips

  • •Hobart Airport is adjacent, unusual takeoff and landing views from the lineup
  • •The beach is 7km long with rarely more than a dozen surfers, genuine space
  • •Combine with a visit to the Coal River wine valley inland, excellent cool-climate wines

Location

Map showing the location of Seven Mile Beach TAS in Tasmania, Australia

-42.8167, 147.4667