Point Michaud
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Like anyspot in Cape Breton you'll never find any other surfers in the line up. This is a very well known spot by everyone so, anyone is welcome here.
Additional Info:
This is probably one of the best places to ever learn to surf. Sandy bottom, easy paddles, and harmless waves.
Location
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Look for Point Michaud Provincial Park in L'Ardoise, Richmond County, Cape Breton. Very easily found if you have a map of the area. The beach is right off the road, can't miss it.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy |
| Power | Hollow, Fun |
| Frequency | Regular (100 days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Long (150 to 300m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | North, NorthWest |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | SouthWest, South, SouthEast |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 8ft+ |
| Tide | All tides |
| Tide movement | Rising tide |
Crowd
| Week | Empty |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Empty |
Dangers
None
Videos
None