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Whitsands Bay is suitable for beginner to intermediates. The picturesque four-mile beach boasts several quality peaks throughout its length. Tregantle, Tregonhawke and Sharrow all show themselves at low tide.

Location fo Whitsands Bay

As the tide pushes in, individual bays come into play which while providing shelter from strong westerlies, can lead to crowded conditions in the line-up.

The waves will always be a foot or two smaller than the more westerly facing breaks, but don’t let that lure you into a false sense of security - rip currents can be wicked at low tide (you have been warned!).

Tregantle, in the middle of the bay, is used by the military as a firing range, so access can be restricted at times, worth checking before you embark on the 20-minute walk along the cliffs.

A tip: Unless you like long paddle outs try not to surf at low tide in a big swell - the waves have a tendency to break a long way offshore. Parking is available at some of the spots along the cliff.