Clubhouse Point (Sai Kung)
- Shortboard, Advanced riders
- Best for
- Expert
- Skill Level
- Ocean, Swell
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Clubhouse Point (Sai Kung) is a fairly exposed reef and point break in the Sai Kung area. The wave is described as right-hand and reef/point driven, with performance that is strongly dependent on the right swell wrapping around the headland. Across sources, surf is characterized as inconsistent—often staying small—so the best sessions are generally when a solid Northeast swell combines with offshore northwest winds. The optimal swell direction is repeatedly cited as Northeast (with East-Northeast also noted), and one source specifies an approximate working swell height of about 1.0–2.5 meters. Northwest winds are reported as offshore for this location, helping groom the wave face when swell arrives. One provider notes semi-sheltered conditions, while another emphasizes the exposure of the headland and reef environment; either way, it’s not positioned as a beginner-friendly surf. Safety-wise, the main hazard is the reef bottom and submerged rocks/shelf. Currents can also become a factor on larger swells, with one source warning about strong rip currents and another stating challenging paddle-out conditions and “strong currents possible.” Emergency response is described as potentially slow due to the remote access, and no lifeguards are reported. For visitors, access is reported as remote: either a long hike from Sai Wan Pavilion or by boat/private speedboat from Sai Kung Town or Wong Shek Pier. Weekend crowds can include hikers/boat visitors, but surfers are mainly present during larger swell setups. The spot is rated low-profile and is best suited to experienced surfers looking for power and alignment rather than consistent, easy beach-break waves.
- Best month: January.
- Needs NE swell plus offshore NW winds for improved wave quality.
- Rocky reef/point break with hazards from submerged rocks and reef shelves.
- Works best with offshore NW wind and NE swell, which can improve wave face quality.
- Can be less crowded than main Sai Kung beach breaks during the right swell windows.
- Surf is inconsistent and often small; conditions depend heavily on a solid Northeast swell.
- Rocky reef bottom and exposed headland increase risk and make launch/paddle-out more demanding.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NW
- Offshore directions
- NW
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Mixed — Winter offshore NW winds; sources also describe the pattern as offshore-grooming.
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Provider data indicates moderate gustiness.
- Best Months
- January, February, March, October, November, December
- Shadow Zones
- Significant wind shadow from surrounding high hills
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean, Swell
- Beach
- Reef — Rocky/reef composition.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Medium — Wave size reported as medium; can be small most of the time per blown/clean metrics.
- Launch
- Medium — Point-break access; rocky shoreline entry or paddle out from a nearby beach.
- Launch Difficulty
- Difficult — One provider rates launch difficulty as difficult; another rates it as moderate due to point access/self-rescue uncertainty.
Through the year
Weekends can be busy with hikers and boat visitors; surfers mostly present during large swells.
Typhoon season from June to September can produce massive swells but dangerous conditions; May–September noted for higher storm risk regionally.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed reef and (right-hand) point break that is inconsistent unless a solid Northeast swell wraps around the headland to engage the reef properly. When swell and offshore wind align, the wave can clean up; otherwise it often stays small or irregular.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- NE, ENE
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Mid tide reported as optimal by one provider.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed headland/reef location with limited shelter.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore from northwest winds helps groom the wave face.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size well but becomes more challenging to paddle out; strong currents possible on large swells.
- Wave Quality
- Average — Wave quality is reported as average/inconsistent across sources.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Moderate power reported; can be more demanding due to rocky reef and exposure.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Peeling reef/point break.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peeling character reported by one provider.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Medium ride length; can offer decent length when the reef section connects with the bay.
- Ride Length Details
- Right-hand point break; can produce decent length when the reef section connects with the bay.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Clubhouse Point (Sai Kung) in the full forecast view.
Clubhouse Point (Sai Kung) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–13 ktsGusts 23 kts
- Direction
- ENE68°
- Strongest day
- Wed, Oct 2813 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.4–2.1 m6s period
- Temperature
- 23–31 °C
Over the next 7 days, Clubhouse Point (Sai Kung) is forecast for daytime winds of 4–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Wednesday, October 28 with gusts to 23 kts. The prevailing direction is ENE. Waves run 0.4–2.1 m with a period of about 6s. 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
- Reef bottom
- Submerged rocks
- Remote headland access
- Strong rip currents possible during large swells
- Submerged rocks and reef shelf
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguard presence is reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Maritime rescue is described regionally as limited; one spot-level source states no rescue availability for this launch.
- Emergency Info
- Emergency number 999; response times may be long due to the remote location.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Sources describe mild localism; another baseline notes no strong localism.
Rules of the spot
Follow standard surfing etiquette; no specific local regulations were found for this spot.
- Clubhouse Point is a right-hand break that needs a solid Northeast swell to work properly.
- Best conditions are reported when a Northeast swell combines with offshore northwest winds.
- The site can be less crowded than main beach breaks, but it requires stronger experience and prepared self-rescue planning.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Hong Kong (Sai Kung)
- Nearest Town
- Sai Kung
- Parking
- Park near Sai Kung; no specific parking details found (one source notes no vehicle access and limited parking near Country Park gates / in Sai Kung Town).
- Access
- Accessible only by a long hike from Sai Wan Pavilion or via private speedboat from Sai Kung Town or Wong Shek Pier; public access is described as available (detailed walking instructions not found).
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Chinese (Cantonese), English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Camping available at nearby Sai Wan or Ham Tin campsites; regional notes also include campsites and boutique options in Sai Kung town.
- Food & Drink
- Small village cafes (dai pai dongs) are located at nearby Sai Wan beach.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Sai Kung Peninsula is a nature-forward peninsula with many hiking and maritime-access activities. The region is known for clean open-sea waters and a strong outdoor community, with autumn often providing the most comfortable visiting window.
One of Hong Kong’s best-known long-distance hiking trails with panoramic coastline views.
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Clubhouse Point (Sai Kung)?
The best overall months at Clubhouse Point (Sai Kung) are January, February, October, November, December. The best wind months are January, February, March, October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Clubhouse Point (Sai Kung)?
Clubhouse Point (Sai Kung) works with NW winds. Offshore directions are NW.
What skill level is Clubhouse Point (Sai Kung) suitable for?
Clubhouse Point (Sai Kung) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.