Porthtowan
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Good beachbreak but it's crowded. The spot is protected by the cliffs from SW winds at high tide.
Location
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Easy to find on a map (between St Agnes and Portreath)
| 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 | Fun |
| Frequency | Regular (100 days/year) |
| Normal length | Don't know |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | SouthEast, East |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | NorthWest, West |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 6ft+ |
| Tide | Mid and high tide |
| Tide movement | Rising and falling tides |
Crowd
| Week | Few surfers |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Crowded |
Dangers
None
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Chapel Porth
1.19 miles away
| Direction: | Right |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
Portreath
3.22 miles away
| Direction: | Right |
| Bottom: | Flat rocks |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |