Castlehill to Murkle is a rarely surfed stretch of heavy reefs that rewards experienced, inquisitive surfers willing to explore. The main draw is a shallow, powerful left once known as Nothing Left, now called Manson's after the death of long-time local Andrew Manson. A little further west you'll find Silos and The Pole, two more thick, ledging lefts.
When It Works
These lefts break over a rock ledge and pick up swell from west through north (W-N), with a northwest (NW) swell the best match. They're usable from 0.9 m / 3 ft to 3 m / 10 ft, so there's a decent working window once a proper swell arrives. Expect moderately consistent conditions rather than something that fires every day.
Wind and Tide
Look for a south (S) offshore wind to clean things up. The reef works on mid and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.
Local Tips
This is expert territory. The waves are heavy and shallow, so it suits confident, experienced surfers. The lineup stays quiet, so you're unlikely to be sharing these reefs with a crowd.
Access
Park at Castlehill, then walk west and explore to find the different reefs. There's free roadside parking, and camping is available.
