Lennards Island

Lennards Island is a remote, exposed right-hand point break in Beowa National Park on the NSW Far South Coast near Eden. It’s described as high-performance but very fickle: it only works occasionally, and you generally need the right East to Southeast swell to wrap the headland and set the break up properly. When it does line up, surfers can get long rides as the wave peels along a rocky shelf, with good to powerful wave energy. The best tide is mid tide. West and Northwest winds are often helpful offshore, which can groom the wave face and improve the wave quality. This is an expert-focused spot because the entry and exit are rocky and slippery, and conditions can involve strong sweeps and potential rips—especially as swell increases. Hazards called out include rocks and sharks, plus slippery entry points and a challenging, remote environment. There’s no on-beach lifeguard presence referenced, and rescue is limited. Conditions are most consistently suited to spring wetsuit use (and colder winter periods may require thicker setups). Local guidance emphasizes being properly equipped for rocky access, checking swell period (longer periods help the wrap), and using extra caution during winter storms—only experienced surfers should consider riding when conditions turn severe.