Boodjidup Beach (Augusta Margaret River)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Swell
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Boodjidup Beach is an exposed beach-break surfing spot in the Margaret River area that’s described as having fairly consistent surf across the year. In February—the best month—clean, rideable waves are reported to occur about 51% of the time, while the surf is “blown out” around 47% of the time, so picking the right conditions matters. East winds are described as the key for more favorable conditions, helping groom the waves and improve rideability. With the swell and wind working together, the break can produce powerful, hollow sections and occasionally longer, faster barrels. The spot is also described as a quieter alternative to more famous nearby breaks, with the walk-in access contributing to generally low to moderate crowds. Safety is a major consideration: sharks are listed as a hazard for this spot, and strong rip currents are common. Providers also flag heavy shore break and the likelihood of a heavy paddle out when swell is over about 1.5 meters, making it suitable for experienced surfers only. Planning-wise, access typically involves a walk from the Cape to Cape track via the Redgate Beach car park (about 15–20 minutes), with parking available there. Rescue coverage is reported as lacking an on-site dedicated service, and emergency services are available in Margaret River town at roughly a 15-minute drive away once you’re off the beach.
- Exposed, consistent beach break with hollow, powerful sections
- Best conditions typically with east winds
- Remote walk-in access helps keep crowds down
- Known hazard: sharks; rips can be very strong
- Exposed beach break with fairly consistent surf year-round.
- East winds provide optimal/offshore conditions for cleaner waves.
- Capable of producing hollow, powerful surfing with long, fast sections when conditions align.
- Sharks are a known hazard.
- Strong rip currents and a heavy shore break—this is not for beginners.
- Can be blown out nearly half the time in the year’s best month.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E
- Offshore directions
- E
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Gradient — Spot-level sources describe gradient winds; regional patterns can also create strong sea-breeze conditions in summer afternoons.
- Reliability
- Moderate reliability for offshore winds during summer mornings (as described by one provider).
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- February
- Shadow Zones
- Potential wind shadow from tall dunes and limestone cliffs during certain wind angles (as described by one provider).
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Big — Often powerful and can hold significant size.
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Onshore/west conditions can make the waves messy and close out.
- Launch
- Medium — Spacious sandy beach to prepare, though beach size varies with the tide.
Through the year
Generally low to moderate; walk-in access keeps numbers down compared to other breaks.
Winter months (June to August) bring the most rain and heavy frontal storms.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed beach break with fairly consistent surf and the potential for clean, rideable waves in peak months. Works with a range of swell sizes but can be blown out nearly half the time.
- Optimal Swell
- S, SSW, W
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid
- Shelter
- Exposed — Open/exposed coastline; rock formations at either end and occasional submerged rocks near shore.
- Wind Effect
- East winds provide optimal/offshore grooming; west-onshore winds can create messy, closing-out conditions.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size well up to about 3 meters before becoming very heavy and challenging to paddle out.
- Wave Quality
- Excellent — Often described as high-quality with hollow, sometimes fast sections; clean wave rate is reported to be highest in February.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Can hold significant size and can become very heavy on bigger swell.
- Wave Shape
- Hollow
- Peel Speed
- Fast
- Ride Length
- Medium — Sections for several turns; occasionally long, fast barrels.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Provides sections for several turns and occasionally long, fast barrels; typical ride lengths can be around 50–150 meters.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Boodjidup Beach (Augusta Margaret River) in the full forecast view.
Boodjidup Beach (Augusta Margaret River) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–14 ktsGusts 28 kts
- Direction
- S190°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2414 kts
- Windy days
- 3/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.0–3.9 m10s period
- Temperature
- 10–24 °C
Over the next 7 days, Boodjidup Beach (Augusta Margaret River) is forecast for daytime winds of 3–14 kts, peaking around 14 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 28 kts. The prevailing direction is S. Waves run 1.0–3.9 m with a period of about 10s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Sharks
- Strong rip currents
- Heavy shore break
- Remote location
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No dedicated on-site rescue for this remote beach is reported.
- Emergency Info
- Emergency services are in Margaret River town (about 15 minutes away by car once off the beach). Regional guidance also notes emergency call 000.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild
Rules of the spot
Sharks are a known hazard in the area; rips can be very strong—this spot is not for beginners.
- Not recommended for beginners due to strong rips and shark hazard.
- Walk from Redgate car park is roughly 15-20 minutes, which can keep numbers down compared to other breaks.
- Be prepared for a heavy paddle out when the swell is over 1.5 meters.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Busselton
- Nearest Town
- Augusta
- Nearest Airport
- Busselton Margaret River Airport (BQR) ~60 km; Perth Airport (PER) ~280 km.
- Parking
- Parking is available at the Redgate Beach car park; from there, a hike north is required to reach the beach.
- Public Transport
- Very limited—access typically requires a private vehicle or rental car.
- Access
- Access is via a walk along the Cape to Cape track from Redgate Beach to the south, or via 4WD tracks that can be sandy and challenging.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Extensive accommodation across the Margaret River region.
- Food & Drink
- No facilities on the beach; cafes and restaurants are located in Margaret River or near Gnarabup.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental is available via specialized surf and kite shops within the Margaret River townsite.
- Gear Storage
- Gear storage is generally not available at the beach.
- Gear Repair
- Board/surf repairs can be handled via local surf shops in Margaret River; other repairs may require travel.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Rugged, exposed coastline near Margaret River with strong nature tourism and easy access to regional attractions.
A 135 km coastal hiking trail along the Leeuwin–Naturaliste Ridge.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Boodjidup Beach (Augusta Margaret River)?
The best overall months at Boodjidup Beach (Augusta Margaret River) are July, August, September, October, November, December. The best wind months are February.
Which wind directions work at Boodjidup Beach (Augusta Margaret River)?
Boodjidup Beach (Augusta Margaret River) works with E winds. Offshore directions are E.
What skill level is Boodjidup Beach (Augusta Margaret River) suitable for?
Boodjidup Beach (Augusta Margaret River) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.