About Nine Mile Beach

A long stretch of beachbreaks, with points at the north and south ends.

Source: Nine Mile Beach Surf Guide

Ability Level

Beginner - intermediate

Beg Int Adv

Beginner to intermediate depending on the surf

Local Vibe

Doable

Welcoming Intimidating

Can get testy at the better peaks, find some space, be humble and be kind.

Crowd Factor

Mellow

Mellow Heavy

Can get crowded on a proper swell, but there is a lot of beach and plenty of waves to spread it out

Spot Rating

Fun

Poor Perfect

The right swell can produce some powerful, hollow waves. The points offer up some quality surf as well.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

Light Exhausting

Rips and longshore currents are common when there is a decent swell in the water.

Water Quality

Clean

Clean Dirty

Pretty good

Additional Information

Hazards

Turning your back on the ocean.

Access

Easy. Parking available at the beach.

Bring Your

Shortboard, funboard, fish

Seabed

Sand

Best Season

Southern Hemisphere Winter, May-August

Swell Consistency and Wind Overview

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