Shark Island (Cronulla Beach)

Shark Island (Cronulla Beach)

Cronulla, New South Wales, AUS
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Wave Quality

Death Defying

Wave Type

Reef-rocky

Swell Direction

N/A

Best Wind

N/A

Best Tide

N/A

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About

Shark Island is a dangerous reef break about 100 metres off the coast of Cronulla, in Sydney New South Wales, Australia. It comprises a rock ledge that is fully exposed at low tide. The island is a well-known bodyboarding and surfing location. The wave can stand up fast and violently, making it difficult and dangerous. The island is regarded by bodyboarders as producing one of the 'heaviest' waves in the world.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityDeath Defying
Wave TypeReef-rocky
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerpowerful
BottomRocky reef
Swell SizeStarts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionN/A
Best WindN/A
Best Tide PositionN/A
Best Tide MovementN/A

Location & Access

AddressOffshore Cronulla, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
City / AreaCronulla
StateNew South Wales
CountryAUS

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Shark Island (Cronulla Beach) Questions

What kind of wave is Shark Island (Cronulla Beach)?

Shark Island (Cronulla Beach) is a reef-rocky break with right and left waves over a rocky reef bottom.

How good is the surf at Shark Island (Cronulla Beach)?

Shark Island (Cronulla Beach) is rated death defying for wave quality.

What swell works best at Shark Island (Cronulla Beach)?

Swell size: starts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2m+ / 6ft+.

Where can I stay near Shark Island (Cronulla Beach)?

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Where is Shark Island (Cronulla Beach)?

Shark Island (Cronulla Beach) is a surf spot in Cronulla, New South Wales, AUS.