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Surf GuideNew South Wales
Shelley Beach
Shelley Beach is the Newcastle beachbreak with a dependable sand-bottom wave, lefts and rights, and a strong northwest offshore window. It is a place-name classic with a relaxed local feel, but it can still crowd up when the surf turns on. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Shelley Beach in New South Wales.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelAll levels
LocationNew South Wales, AU
Forecast
- Waves 6-10 ft
- Period 9 s
- Wind S 23 kt
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Lineup Guide
Southeast swell is the stable trigger, while the beach stays approachable thanks to easy coastal access near the old Shelley Beach or Shell Beach Park shoreline.
Watch for sharks and crowded lineups on better days.
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