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East-northeast wind is the clean lane, south to southwest swell is the main trigger, and the bar is usually best on a broad low-to-mid tide window.
Surf GuideTasmania
Church Bay
Church Bay is the Arthur River mouth break on Tasmania west coast, a remote sandbar that can throw punchy lefts and rights on a south swell. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Church Bay in Tasmania.
Break TypeRiver Mouth
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationTasmania, AU
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Drive past Marrawah to Arthur River, turn right just before the bridge, then follow the river road to the end and walk along the shore to the beach access.
Watch for rips, rocks, sharks, and the shifting peak; the place is usually empty or close to it.
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