Five Rocks

Five Rocks is a reef-coral break off Chatan’s seawall area that produces both right and left waves. Sources describe it as a fun, low-profile reef spot with good wave quality, typically moderate in power, and capable of holding larger swell well. The spot is primarily a high-tide wave. Surfing at low tide is discouraged/restricted because the sharp coral-rock reef is exposed, making injuries more likely and turns the break into an unsafe obstacle field. Reef boots are strongly recommended, and riders are advised to check tide, wind, swell direction, and height before committing to a line. Wave performance is reported to start working around 2–2.5 m and can hold up to roughly 5 m (including during typhoon swell). Optimal swell direction is generally given as west (with west-northwest also mentioned), and best tides are rising/high. On good days, ride lengths can increase from short (<50 m) to much longer sessions where runs can reach around 150–300 m. In terms of wind, conditions are described as mixed but with offshore-cleaner windows when winds come from the east. Wind is influenced by the seawall and nearby buildings, which can create wind shadows close to shore. The spot has no lifeguards/rescue support reported at the launch, so self-assessment and local awareness (especially around priority rules and crowding) are important.