Stark Bay is Rottnest's accessible reef bay on the quieter side of the island, a northwest-facing setup with a real left-hand reef when the swell picks up. It is easier to reach than the west-end boat breaks, but still feels like a proper reef session when the bay turns on. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Stark Bay in Western Australia.
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East-southeast offshore wind is the clean lane, and the bay can take broad west-to-west-southwest energy when the swell is strong enough.
Low to mid tide with a rising push is the safest timing call.
Take the bus to the beach stop and check the bay from there.
On bigger days the reef can get very heavy, so watch the shallow sections, rocks, and shark context before paddling out.
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