Fistral
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Can be classic, can be a complete waste of time.
Generally better than most other Newquay beaches (Watergate included). Go try it, but not on a w/e in summer.
Atmosphere:
As above
Additional Info:
Three main spots: Little Fistral (near Pentire Head); often crowded, doesn't work at high tides: North Fistral; probably one of the best beach breaks in the UK (on it's day), and South Fistral; some shelter from SWly winds, with some nice lefts off the rocks at most tides. Little / North Fistral usually fairly busy, but South not too bad. Very occaisional reports of hassling etc at Little / North, but generally 'competitive' atmosphere without being aggressive!
Location
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At North or South, by Road!
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy |
| Power | Hollow, Fast, Ordinary, Fun |
| Frequency | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | SouthWest, South, SouthEast, East |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | NorthWest, West, SouthWest |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 6ft+ |
| Tide | All tides |
| Tide movement | Rising and falling tides |
Crowd
| Week | Crowded |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Ultra crowded |
Dangers
Rips / undertow, Localism, Pollution
Videos
None
Nearby spots
0.58 miles away
| Direction: | Don't know |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Rarely breaks (5 days/year) |
0.78 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Frequency: | Rarely breaks (5 days/year) |