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West northwest is the clean wind lane, northeast swell is the main trigger, and mid tide is the best read.
Surf GuideNew South Wales
Flat Rock
Flat Rock is an inner-city Newcastle reef break with a left-hand reef setup, a compact local lineup, and a mid-tide window that can still deliver proper surf. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Flat Rock in New South Wales.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationNew South Wales, AU
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Crowding, rocks, and local traffic are the main watchouts, and the break sits in the Newcastle Beach and Bar Beach city surf strip.
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