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Low to mid tide is preferable, west wind shapes it best, and the open-ocean swell window between Cape Point and Hangklip makes it a serious False Bay reef.
Treat it as advanced, consequential surf rather than a casual Cape session.
Surf GuideCape Peninsula
Black Rocks
A world-class Cape Peninsula reef that needs serious swell, a clean west wind, and the right tide to turn its rock shelf into a proper session. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Black Rocks in Cape Peninsula.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelAdvanced - Expert
LocationCape Peninsula, ZA
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