Overview
South Point is a functional, fun-loving left that peels in the lee of a windswept point. When North Point across the bay is pumping, this is the intermediate's saviour. The wave surges over slabs of rock, then runs a sloping wall down the jumbled rocks below, standing up in places for long, drawn-out turns. It breaks over an uneven reef, and while it never quite matches its big brother across the bay, it comes into its own when the other break is too big to handle.
When It Works
The point draws swell from southwest through northwest, with southwest the best match. It really shines in big southwest swells, holding a workable range from 1.2 m / 4 ft to 3.7 m / 12 ft. Consistency is moderate, so expect worthwhile windows rather than surf on every session.
Wind and Tide
Look for southeast offshore wind, which keeps the wall smooth and clean even when a big southwest swell is still running. It favours higher water and can work through low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call. Keep an eye on the reef, which gets shallow over certain urchin-covered sections at lower stages.
Local Tips
This is an intermediate's wave, and you can expect a busy lineup when it turns on. Less experienced surfers will enjoy Hussa's, a sand-covered reef peak on the inside of the bay that sits out of the wind and gives point surfers a welcome lift back in after the long paddle. Take safety seriously here: there was a fatal shark attack at the point in 2010, and it is prime hunting ground, so avoid dawn and dusk, steer clear of seals, and stay out when the water is murky.
Access
There is a car park with free parking.
