Cheynes Point

Cheynes Point is an exposed point break on the remote south coast of Western Australia, best known for consistent winter surf. July is the peak month for clean waves, and the spot has a low probability of getting overly crowded even when the surf is up. For surf direction, it works with south (and SW) swell, producing a generally good wave quality. Wind-wise, offshore conditions align with West to Northwest winds, helping keep the face cleaner; it can get messy when southerlies intrude. Spot-level wind metrics also describe July as having a split between clean and blown conditions (with a noted blown percentage), so checking real-time conditions remains important. Typical wind strengths are reported in the 15–25 knot range with moderate gustiness. Safety is a major theme here: the break involves rocks/reef and submerged hazards, with sharks also flagged. Strong rip currents and drift can occur near the point, and the area is remote with no local on-water rescue or lifeguard service. The nearest major medical facilities are in Albany (about 65 km away), so self-sufficiency and partner surf plans are strongly recommended. The water is cold year-round, with winter temperatures around the mid-teens Celsius; a spring wetsuit is generally recommended, with thicker winter options also advised. Overall, it’s a wilderness-style, advanced-oriented surf spot best approached by experienced surfers who can manage raw Southern Ocean conditions and the rocky entry.