Funingwan (Gaoluo Village)
- Bodyboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
A sandy, exposed beach-break with mixed wave shape and moderate power. Surf is often short, with typical rides under about 50 meters and better-day lengths extending toward roughly 50–150 meters. Swell around 1.5–2 meters can start it working, and it may hold up to about 4 meters or more when a suitable swell arrives. High tide is the key timing, and west/NorthWest winds are described as offshore-favorable to help grooming.
- High tide is the preferred tide position
- Works best with offshore-favorable winds from the west/NorthWest
- Good wave quality when conditions line up
- Reasonably exposed beach break with both left and right waves.
- Offshore-favorable winds are associated with west/NorthWest directions.
- Typically uncrowded/empty conditions were reported.
- Surf is inconsistent with no particular seasonal pattern.
- Water quality is described as suspect/polluted.
- Variable currents and debris/fishing nets are possible depending on conditions.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, WNW, WSW, SW, S
- Offshore directions
- W, WNW
- Wind Type
- Trade — Sources describe wind as offshore-favorable for surf when from the west; another dataset characterizes the wind regime differently (frontal).
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- October, November, December, January, February
- Shadow Zones
- Potential turbulence near the mountain and large rock formations to the south.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Small — Another source describes medium wave conditions; working swell is reported to start at about 1.5–2 meters and hold to around 4m+.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Water type is described as chop.
- Launch
- Medium — Wide sandy beach with ample space for equipment setup.
Through the year
Generally empty or very low crowd year-round.
Typhoon season occurs from June to September, bringing heavy rain and potentially dangerous swell.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Reasonably exposed beach break with inconsistent surf and no clear seasonal pattern; works best with offshore winds from the west. Offers both left and right waves over a sandy bottom.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- N, NNE, NW, E
- Swell Height
- 1.5–4 m
- Optimal Tide
- High — High tide only; rising and falling tides were described, but high tide is the best position.
- Shelter
- Exposed
- Wind Effect
- West and NorthWest winds are described as offshore-favorable / providing offshore grooming for the waves.
- Bigger Swell
- Can hold size up to around 4 meters or more.
- Wave Quality
- Good
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Mixed
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Short — Standard rides are typically under 50 meters; can extend to around 50–150 meters on better days.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Normal/typical good-day length is about 50 to 150 meters; otherwise shorter rides (<50m).
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Funingwan (Gaoluo Village) in the full forecast view.
Funingwan (Gaoluo Village) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–13 ktsGusts 27 kts
- Direction
- NE50°
- Strongest day
- Tue, Oct 2713 kts
- Windy days
- 3/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.3–1.6 m7s period
- Temperature
- 19–28 °C
Over the next 7 days, Funingwan (Gaoluo Village) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Tuesday, October 27 with gusts to 27 kts. The prevailing direction is NE. Waves run 0.3–1.6 m with a period of about 7s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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
- Pollution
- Variable currents depending on tidal movement and swell intensity
- Possible fishing nets or debris depending on local activity
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No dedicated on-site rescue base was indicated for wind/ water users.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major medical facilities are located in Xiapu Town.
Rules of the spot
Best tide position is high tide only; water quality is suspect/polluted.
- Avoid relying on lower tide for surf setup; high tide is the preferred tide position.
- Most consistent when high tide coincides with a northern or eastern swell.
- Use the big banyan tree at the bus stop to find the access point.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Fuzhou
- Nearest Town
- Xiapu
- Parking
- Parking is available near the beach access and within Gaoluo Village.
- Access
- From Fuzhou, take the northern highway and Xiapu exit, then drive approximately 40 minutes south to Gaoluo Village; access is associated with turning left at a big banyan tree (bus stop near a huge rock).
- Local Language
- Chinese (Mandarin and Min)
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Guesthouses and local inns are available in Gaoluo Village and Xiapu.
- Food & Drink
- Local seafood restaurants and small shops are located in the village nearby.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Funingwan (Gaoluo Village)?
The best overall months at Funingwan (Gaoluo Village) are October, November, December, January, February.
Which wind directions work at Funingwan (Gaoluo Village)?
Funingwan (Gaoluo Village) works with W, WNW, WSW, SW, S winds. Offshore directions are W, WNW.
What skill level is Funingwan (Gaoluo Village) suitable for?
Funingwan (Gaoluo Village) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner to Intermediate.