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North-northwest wind is the clean lane, with some shelter from straight north winds.
Southwest swell is the main signal, and mid tide is the best window.
Surf GuideSouth Australia
Petrel Cove
Petrel Cove is a Victor Harbor beach and reef break below the Bluff with a mid-tide sweet spot and more right-hand shape than lefts. It stays fairly consistent outside summer, but the exposed coastline still brings rocks, sharks, and a small, low-key lineup. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Petrel Cove in South Australia.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationSouth Australia, AU
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The cove is close to Victor Harbor, crowds are usually light, and the reef and rock zones deserve respect on bigger days.
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