Angourie Lefts

Angourie Lefts is a sheltered left-hand point break on the north side of the Angourie headland. It works best when an east or east-northeast swell wraps into the bay, and wave quality depends strongly on getting both swell direction and wind setup correct. When conditions line up, the break can deliver powerful, hollow lefts and some of the longest rides in the Yamba area. The spot is notably sensitive to wind: it performs best with offshore winds from the west or southwest, but can be easily blown out by onshore winds. There are also reports of wind shadow effects from the headland during southerly winds, and that northerly components can make the wave extremely sensitive. Sources differ slightly on tide preference, with one indicating low tide while another suggests mid-tide as a better window. Surf hazards are significant for a point break: rocks near the break are a primary concern (including reports of boards snapped at this spot). In addition, rip currents are common along the headland and in the bay, and shallow reef sections can create extra risk, particularly around low tide when submerged hazards are easier to encounter. Shark presence is known in the broader Yamba/Angourie area—avoid getting in the water at dawn or dusk and stay alert at all times. Overall, Angourie Lefts is best suited to intermediate surfers who can handle the rocky, sometimes tricky lineup and paddling demands when swell sizes rise. Access is typically via a short walk from Angourie Point, with a preference to paddle from the other side of the point; if conditions are bigger, paddling out from the beach may be safer. It’s also described as generally less crowded than the main Angourie Point, though weekends and holidays can still bring busier conditions.