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Torquay, Victoria, Australia

Bells Beach

Also known as Bells, Rincon, Winkipop

Advanced Point break Reef bottom Peels right 1–4 m Mid tide

Australia's most famous surf break and spiritual home of Australian surfing. Bells Beach hosts the Rip Curl Pro, the world's longest-running professional surf event since 1961. The powerful right-hand point breaks over reef, offering long walls and occasional barrels. The Easter event is a cornerstone of professional surfing. Winkipop, the adjacent break, offers a faster, hollower alternative.

Hazards

RocksCold WaterCrowds

Conditions

Best swell
SW, S
Best wind
N, NW
Season
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Wave size
1–4 m
Wave quality
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Crowd
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Coordinates
-38.3722, 144.2803

Facilities

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