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Big Rock

Big Rock is the exposed reef break at Gracetown in Cowaramup Bay, reached by the Big Rock access road and car park above the northern end of the beach. It is a fast, hollow, ledgey wave that comes to life on the right west swell and easterly offshore wind window. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Big Rock in Western Australia.

Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelAdvanced
LocationWestern Australia, AU
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The best days need a solid west to southwest swell, east or southeast offshore wind, and mid to high tide.

Low tide can get extra ledgy and dangerous, and the spot is known for rocks, urchins, rips, localism, sharks, and a crowd when it is on.

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Access is via the gravel road and Big Rock car park above the north end of the beach, with a short walk to the reef.

Low tide can get extra ledgy and dangerous, and the spot is known for rocks, urchins, rips, localism, sharks, and a crowd when it is on.

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