The Surf Window

Yallingup

Western Australia, Australia

Reef breakAdvanced

A beloved right-hand reef break in the Margaret River region a more accessible, but still powerful, alternative, with long walling rights over rocky reef and a stunning limestone coast backdrop.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size4-8ft

Wind

E

Offshore

Tide

Mid to high

LowMidHigh

Season

March–September

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Right

Bottom

Rocky reef

Shape

Long, walling right, hollow on the take-off, rippable face

Length

100–200m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced
  • •Why: Rocky reef, cold water, and real power, intermediate experience alone is not enough.

Hazards

  • •Rocky reef, reef boots helpful
  • •Cold water, wetsuit required
  • •Shark activity in the region
  • •Rocky entry/exit

Local Tips

  • •Yallingup township has good facilities, a caravan park, and is more accessible than Margaret River township.
  • •The Ngilgi Cave nearby is worth a visit on a rest day from surfing.

Location

Map showing the location of Yallingup in Western Australia, Australia

-33.6395, 115.0260