Port Shepstone
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For some strange reason, this spot gets bigger than most and holds up well. If you have a jetski and some big kahunas, try some tow-ins around the point on some of the bigger days.
Additional Info:
Beware of the dirty water...advisable to surf when the river mouth is not spewing.
Location
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Easy to find
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Point break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right |
| Bottom | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Power | Hollow, Ordinary |
| Frequency | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Long (150 to 300m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | West |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | East |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 12ft |
| Tide | Mid and high tide |
| Tide movement | Rising tide |
Crowd
| Week | Few surfers |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Few surfers |
Dangers
Rocks, Pollution, Sharks
Videos
None
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| Direction: | Right |
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| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
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| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
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| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |