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South-southwest wind is the clean lane, northwest swell is the main trigger, and mid to rising tide is the safest compromise when the wave is on.
Follow Tam Oshanter Road to the point and park near the boat ramp about a third of the way up.
Surf GuideTasmania
Tam O'Shanter Point
Tam O'Shanter Point is a named left-hand point break on Tasmania's north coast, where the Lulworth / George Town frontage lines up long walls, occasional barrels, and a small boat-ramp finish when Bass Strait is awake. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Tam O'Shanter Point in Tasmania.
Break TypePoint Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationTasmania, AU
Forecast
- Waves 2-3 ft+
- Period 16 s
- Wind W 26 kt
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Rocks, rips, and sharks are the key hazards, and it can get busy for a rare good day even though the regular crowd pressure is low.
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