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Best on south swell with north offshore wind.
East-family swell can still wrap in enough to keep the left alive, but crowds, sharks, and rocks are all part of the deal.
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Old Woman Island - South Side
Old Woman Island South Side sits on Mudjimba Island's south face as a rare offshore left. A solid south pulse wakes it up, winter is the most reliable season, and north wind is the clean side-offshore lane. Calm-day paddle or boat access keeps the session more mission than casual beach surf. Expect an inconsistent but memorable line, plus rocks and sharks in the mix. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Old Woman Island - South Side in Queensland.
Break TypePoint Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationQueensland, AU
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Treat it as an offshore-island mission rather than a casual beach session: paddle or boat access only on calm days, and the lineup can build quickly when a pulse lines up.
Mid tide usually gives the cleanest read over the point, while low water shows more rock and high water softens the takeoff.
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