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Best with W to NW/N swell and SE offshore wind.
Surf GuideNorth Coast
Thurso East
Thurso East is Scotland's world-class cold-water right reef, a fast slab-stone wave at the River Thurso mouth that has hosted international contests and become the benchmark of the North Coast. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Thurso East in North Coast.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelAdvanced - Expert
LocationNorth Coast, GB
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It works through the tide, but low-to-mid or rising water is the cleaner target; expect cold-water gear, a crowded takeoff, rocks, and a river-mouth rip that can help the paddle back to the peak.
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