Conspicuous Beach (Peaceful Bay)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Intermediate to Advanced
- Skill Level
- Swell
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Conspicuous Beach is a remote, exposed surf location on Western Australia’s far south coast, known for reasonably consistent wave action and a pronounced peak in June (winter). It’s associated with hazards including rocks and sharks, and the overall experience is described as high-energy with significant exposure. Wave quality is most likely when a southwest swell lines up with offshore wind from the north-northeast. One set of wind conditions notes June can be a mix of blown-out and clean days, so checking conditions closely before committing is important. The break is described as a reef/nearshore type (reported as reef-break), and when conditions align it can produce fast, hollow waves. However, the same exposure that helps generate power also increases risk: strong rip currents, heavy shore break, and granite rocks/reefs along the beach are reported. Overall, the spot is framed as intermediate-to-advanced at best, with warnings against surfing alone due to remoteness and limited communications. Plan for self-sufficiency, bring appropriate safety gear, and have an emergency plan because nearby medical facilities require a significant drive.
- Peak surf conditions in June
- Offshore wind from north-northeast can groom faces
- Powerful, heavy and potentially hollow waves when swell aligns
- Reasonably consistent surf year-round with a peak in June.
- Offshore north-northeast winds can groom cleaner faces when paired with the right swell direction.
- High water clarity reported for the wider Peaceful Bay area.
- Remote and exposed with significant hazards (rocks, sharks) and strong rip currents/powerful undertows reported.
- Heavy shore break and powerful waves make it unsuitable for beginners.
- Limited or no rescue services at the spot; medical facilities are far away.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NNE, N
- Offshore directions
- NNE, NE
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Winter is described as front-driven in the wider region; the spot’s wind guidance also notes offshore grooming from the north-northeast.
- Reliability
- 56% blown out in June, 43% clean
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gusting reported by one provider; June is also described with a mix of blown-out vs clean conditions.
- Best Months
- June
- Shadow Zones
- High dunes and surrounding cliffs can cause some turbulence at the immediate shoreline.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Big — Reported as big; can become extremely dangerous and heavy on larger swells.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach accessible via a boardwalk from the car park.
- Launch Difficulty
- Difficult — Launch/access described as difficult due to exposure/conditions and remote approach.
Through the year
Generally low-profile and quiet, with more visitors during school holidays.
Winter months (June to August) are the wettest and most prone to storms.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Remote and exposed reef/nearshore break with reasonably consistent surf year-round, peak in June. When the southwest swell combines with offshore north-northeast winds, waves can become fast and hollow; otherwise conditions can be blown out.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- SW, W
- Swell Height
- 1.5–3 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Mid tide reported as optimal by one provider.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Explicitly described as exposed.
- Wind Effect
- North and Northeast winds are offshore, grooming the swell into cleaner faces; best with offshore from north-northeast.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size well but becomes extremely dangerous and heavy.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Wave quality reported as good when conditions align.
- Wave Power
- Very powerful — Often heavy and powerful; can handle large swells when conditions align.
- Wave Shape
- Hollow — Can produce hollow, fast waves when swell/wind align.
- Peel Speed
- Fast — Rides are described as fast and intense.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Medium ride length; typically fast and intense with heavy shore-break finish.
- Ride Length Details
- Rides are typically fast and intense, ending in a heavy shore break.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Conspicuous Beach (Peaceful Bay) in the full forecast view.
Conspicuous Beach (Peaceful Bay) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–16 ktsGusts 30 kts
- Direction
- S170°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2416 kts
- Windy days
- 5/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.4–4.5 m10s period
- Temperature
- 11–23 °C
Over the next 7 days, Conspicuous Beach (Peaceful Bay) is forecast for daytime winds of 4–16 kts, peaking around 16 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 30 kts. The prevailing direction is S. Waves run 1.4–4.5 m with a period of about 10s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
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
- rocks
- sharks
- heavy shore break
- rip currents
- powerful undertows
- remote location
- lack of mobile reception in many parts
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguard presence reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — One provider reports no rescue availability for the spot; regional context describes limited volunteer marine rescue coverage.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest medical facilities are in Walpole or Denmark, both a significant drive away; for emergencies dial 000.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — Reported as none (one provider) and mild (another provider).
Rules of the spot
Check surf and wind before entering; this is a remote, exposed location—do not go in alone.
- Not suitable for beginners due to powerful/heavy shore break and exposure.
- This is a remote area with no mobile reception in many parts; let someone know your plans.
- The Southern Ocean is unpredictable; never surf alone here.
- Because the nearest medical facilities are far away, plan for self-rescue and have an emergency plan.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Walpole
- Nearest Town
- Peaceful Bay
- Nearest Airport
- Albany Airport (ALH)
- Parking
- Small paved car park with a lookout path; parking reported as available.
- Public Transport
- Extremely limited; a private vehicle is essential for reaching the region and accessing beach launches.
- Access
- Turn right off South Coast Highway, 13km east of Walpole; 2WD access available (also described as accessed via Conspicuous Beach Road, sealed off the South Coast Highway).
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Camping and chalets are available at Peaceful Bay, roughly 15 minutes away.
- Food & Drink
- No facilities at the beach; nearest shop and cafe are at Peaceful Bay.
- Equipment Rental:
- No dedicated rental shops at the bay; visitors must bring their own gear or rent from larger centers.
- Gear Storage
- Not available; gear is typically stored at accommodation or in vehicles.
- Gear Repair
- No specialized services in the immediate bay area; basic repairs available farther away.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
The wider Walpole–Nornalup National Park area offers rugged coastline scenery and major walking experiences.
A world-famous walkway through the canopy of ancient tingle trees.
Local history regarding the timber and dairy industries of the region.
One of the world's great long-distance walking trails passes through the region.
Famed local eatery known for fresh-caught Southern Ocean fish.
Protected turquoise swimming holes and giant granite boulders.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Conspicuous Beach (Peaceful Bay)?
The best overall months at Conspicuous Beach (Peaceful Bay) are June.
Which wind directions work at Conspicuous Beach (Peaceful Bay)?
Conspicuous Beach (Peaceful Bay) works with NNE, N winds. Offshore directions are NNE, NE.
What skill level is Conspicuous Beach (Peaceful Bay) suitable for?
Conspicuous Beach (Peaceful Bay) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate to Advanced.