Surf forecast for Turtle Bay - WA

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Timezone:

Australia/Perth

Forecast updated:

18/09, 02:00

Wind: SN UNITY Atmos

(20260917 12z)

Waves: SN UNITY WAVE

(20260917 12z)

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Timeline

Today Fri 18/09

05:59 - 11:00

Solid with light onshore. Falling to low tide, then rising.

1.2m12.8 s(684 kJ)(SW)

9 / 14 km/h(NW)

0.3 → 0.0m

11:00 - 13:00

Solid with light onshore. Low tide, rising.

1.2m12.9 s(697 kJ)(SW)

Solid with moderate cross-onshore. Low to mid tide, rising.

1.3m13.3 s(829 kJ)(SW)

24 / 33 km/h(W)

0.0 → 0.2m

17:00 - 18:45

Solid but blown out (strong sideshore). Mid tide, rising.

1.4m13.5 s(991 kJ)(SW)

Tomorrow Sat 19/09

Maxed out with moderate cross-offshore. High to low tide, falling.

2.8m13.8 s(4.4k kJ)(WSW)

16 / 22 km/h(S)

0.4 → 0.1m

Sun 20/09

11:00 - 13:00

Solid with moderate offshore. Low tide, falling.

2.3m11.9 s(2.2k kJ)(SW)

Solid with moderate offshore. Falling to low tide, then rising.

2.2m11.9 s(2.0k kJ)(SW)

19 / 25 km/h(SSE)

0.0 → 0.1m

16:00 - 18:46

Solid with moderate cross-offshore. Low tide, rising.

2.0m11.9 s(1.7k kJ)(SW)

22 / 27 km/h(S)

0.1 → 0.1m

Turtle Bay - WA Surf Forecast Guide

Overview

Turtle Bay is a long, workable left at the northern tip of Dirk Hartog Island, one of Australia's most remote eco-tourism destinations and part of a World Heritage site. The wave peels over a live coral reef, sheltered from south winds, right at the entrance of the aptly named Shark Bay.

When It Works

The break draws swell from the south through west (S-W), with southwest (SW) swell the best match. It's usable from 0.9 m / 3 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft and holds up as a moderately consistent break.

Wind and Tide

Look for southeast (SE) offshore wind to clean it up. The reef works across low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.

Local Tips

This one is for experts only. The rips running beside the coralline reef can be vicious, so it's strictly a spot for hardcore, confident surfers. The upside is a quiet lineup, with little competition for waves when it's on.

Access

Getting here is a mission: reach Dirk Hartog Island through Denham, either by 4WD car ferry or light plane, then continue to the island's northern tip. Accommodation is limited, and camping is the main option.

Surf spots near Turtle Bay - WA

Turtle Bay - WA

Western Australia, Australia

Western Australia, Australia

Western Australia, Australia

Western Australia, Australia

Western Australia, Australia

Frequently asked questions

What are good surfing conditions for Turtle Bay - WA?

Turtle Bay - WA is usually best with swell from south to west (S-W), ideally southwest (SW) around 0.9 m / 3 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft, southeast (SE) offshore wind, and any tide.

Where is the surf spot Turtle Bay - WA?

Turtle Bay - WA is a surf spot in Carrarang, Western Australia, Australia.

What is the surf break like at Turtle Bay - WA?

Turtle Bay - WA is a left reef break over live coral. Expect a quiet crowd.

What surfing skill level is Turtle Bay - WA suitable for?

Turtle Bay - WA can suit expert surfers.

Is Turtle Bay - WA beginner friendly for surfing?

Turtle Bay - WA is better suited to expert surfers.

How consistent is the surf at Turtle Bay - WA?

Turtle Bay - WA has moderate surf consistency for Western Australia, Australia.

What facilities are available for surfers at Turtle Bay - WA?

Facilities for surfers at Turtle Bay - WA: camping.

What surf spots are near Turtle Bay - WA?

Other nearby surf spots are Surf Point - WA, Steep Point, Blow Holes, and The Bluff - WA.

What swell direction works for surfing at Turtle Bay - WA?

Turtle Bay - WA can work with swell from south to west (S-W); southwest (SW) is usually best.

What swell size works for surfing at Turtle Bay - WA?

Turtle Bay - WA usually works with swell around 0.9 m / 3 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft.

What wind direction is best for surfing at Turtle Bay - WA?

Southeast (SE) offshore wind is usually best at Turtle Bay - WA.

What wind direction is offshore for surfing at Turtle Bay - WA?

Southeast (SE) is offshore at Turtle Bay - WA.

What tide works best for surfing at Turtle Bay - WA?

Turtle Bay - WA can work on all tides. A rising tide is usually better here.

Surf forecast for Turtle Bay - WA

Timeline

Turtle Bay - WA Surf Forecast Guide

Overview

When It Works

Wind and Tide

Local Tips

Access

Surf spots near Turtle Bay - WA

Frequently asked questions

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