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West wind is the clean lane, southeast swell is the strongest angle, the beach and reefs can work at all stages of the tide, and rips are a real part of the setup.
Surf GuideNew South Wales
Long Reef
A broad Northern Beaches surf locality on the Long Reef headland, with outer reefs and a beach break that make it more than just a single peak. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Long Reef in New South Wales.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationNew South Wales, AU
Forecast
- Waves 2-3 ft
- Period 10 s
- Wind NW 6 kt
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Lineup Guide
Park and walk from the Long Reef access, then read the crowd before paddling because the better peaks can fill quickly.
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