Cape St. Francis

Cape St. Francis

Cape St. Francis, EC, ZAF
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Wave Quality

World Class

Wave Type

Point-break

Swell Direction

Southwest

Best Wind

Offshore

Best Tide

Mid Tide

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About

Cape St. Francis is a village in South Africa, situated on a headland in the Eastern Cape Province. It is popular for its clean beaches and as a surfing location. The village is home to the Seal Point Lighthouse. Given its geological location, it is susceptible to swell year round from large low pressure systems that form between Antarctica and the southern tip of Africa.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityWorld Class
Wave TypePoint-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerpowerful
BottomSandy
Swell SizeLarge

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionSouthwest
Best WindOffshore
Best Tide PositionMid Tide
Best Tide MovementRising Tide

Location & Access

AddressCape St. Francis, Eastern Cape, South Africa
City / AreaCape St. Francis
StateEC
CountryZAF

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Cape St. Francis Questions

What kind of wave is Cape St. Francis?

Cape St. Francis is a point break with right and left waves over a sandy bottom.

How good is the surf at Cape St. Francis?

Cape St. Francis is rated world class for wave quality.

What swell works best at Cape St. Francis?

Cape St. Francis works best on a southwest swell. Swell size: large.

What wind is best for Cape St. Francis?

The best wind for Cape St. Francis is offshore.

What tide is best for surfing Cape St. Francis?

Cape St. Francis works best at mid tide on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Cape St. Francis?

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Where is Cape St. Francis?

Cape St. Francis is a surf spot in Cape St. Francis, EC, ZAF.