Lowlands Beach (Albany)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Swell, Medium waves, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Lowlands Beach (Albany) is an exposed beach-and-reef surf spot with consistent surf that can work at any time of the year. The area is described as having an exposed beach and reef setup, with conditions typically best when a south-southeast swell combines with offshore winds from the north-northwest (ground-truth key findings and provider descriptions). Autumn is highlighted as the strongest season for rideable, cleaner conditions, with April listed as the best month. However, even in April the “clean” window is relatively small compared to winds that can blow the waves out—April is reported to have low clean percentages while the spot is also frequently small—so the spot can require patience and good timing. When the wind lines up, north winds are described as perfectly offshore and capable of grooming clean faces. The spot has moderate wave power and is characterized as peeling with medium-length rides; ride lengths are typically reported in the range of about 50 to 100 meters depending on the bank/reef formation. On larger swell days, the spot may hold size up to roughly 3 meters before closing out, with reef sections offering more stability than sandbanks. Safety is a major consideration: hazards include rocks and sharks, and strong rip currents are common around rocky headlands and reef sections. Lifeguard presence is not reported, mobile reception can be patchy, and the location is remote—so surfing with a partner, carrying sufficient supplies, and preparing for access/communication limitations are emphasized in the local tips.
- Rarely crowded.
- Best clean conditions reported for south-southeast swell with offshore north-northwest winds.
- Exposed beach and reef break with consistent surf.
- Peeling waves with medium ride lengths.
- Consistent surf year-round.
- Works with offshore north-northwest winds and South-southeast swells for best conditions.
- Rarely crowded.
- Exposed and remote coastline.
- Hazards include rocks/sharks and strong rip currents (esp. near rocky headlands/reef sections).
- Clean surf is relatively uncommon even when conditions line up (April clean rate reported low in ground truth key findings).
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NNE, NE
- Offshore directions
- NW, N, NNE
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Regional pattern includes strong winter frontal systems; spot-level wind type given as frontal (provider data).
- Reliability
- Moderate; the spot relies on continental winds for offshore conditions (provider data).
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gust factor (provider data).
- Best Months
- April
- Shadow Zones
- High cliffs and dunes can provide some protection from lighter Westerly winds (provider data).
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Medium waves, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach composition (provider data).
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Wave size described as medium; can handle a wider range including larger swell up to ~3 meters before closing out (provider data).
- Launch
- Medium — Wide sandy area providing ample room for preparing gear; primarily used for paddle-outs by surfers (provider data).
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Launch difficulty listed as moderate (provider data).
Through the year
Rarely crowded overall; more activity from locals during weekends and school holidays (provider data).
Winter months (June to August) bring the highest rainfall and frequent cold fronts (provider data)
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed beach and reef break; consistent surf that can work year-round. Performs best with an offshore wind from the north-northwest and a South-southeast swell (ground truth key findings + provider descriptions).
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S, SSE, SW, SSE
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Optimal tide listed as mid (provider data).
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed beach and reef break (provider data).
- Wind Effect
- North winds are perfectly offshore, grooming the swell into clean faces (provider data).
- Bigger Swell
- Can hold size up to 3 meters before closing out; reef sections provide more stability than sandbanks (provider data).
- Wave Quality
- Good — Wave quality reported as good (provider data).
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Wave power described as moderate (provider data).
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Wave shape described as peeling (provider data).
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peel speed: medium (provider data).
- Ride Length
- Medium — Ride length described as medium (provider data).
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–100 m
- Ride Length Details
- Rides typically range from 50 to 100 meters depending on the bank formation (provider data).
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Lowlands Beach (Albany) in the full forecast view.
Lowlands Beach (Albany) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–16 ktsGusts 30 kts
- Direction
- SSE157°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2416 kts
- Windy days
- 3/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.3–4.3 m11s period
- Temperature
- 10–23 °C
Over the next 7 days, Lowlands Beach (Albany) is forecast for daytime winds of 3–16 kts, peaking around 16 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 30 kts. The prevailing direction is SSE. Waves run 1.3–4.3 m with a period of about 11s. 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
- Rocks
- Sharks
- Strong rip currents
- Submerged rocks
- Heavy swell
- Remote location
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguard presence reported (provider data).
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No dedicated on-site rescue at remote beaches; rescue is described as limited/no dedicated presence (regional context + provider data).
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major medical facilities are in Albany (~35 km away). Mobile reception can be patchy (provider data). Australia emergency number is 000 (regional context).
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Mild localism reported (provider data).
Rules of the spot
General surf etiquette applies; respect local surfers in the lineup (provider data).
- Rarely crowded.
- Always surf with a partner due to the remote nature and shark presence (provider data).
- The beach is relatively isolated—ensure you have adequate supplies and a spare tire for the access road (provider data).
- Rip currents are common, particularly near rocky headlands and around the reef sections (provider data).
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Albany
- Nearest Town
- Youngs Siding
- Parking
- Beach car park at the end of Tevresee South Road; also described as a small parking area near the beach access path (limited unsealed parking).
- Access
- From Albany or Shelley Beach, drive along Lower Denmark Rd E towards Denmark. Turn left at Tevresee South Road and follow to the beach car park at the end. The beach is along the coast to the west of the car park; walk along the beach to a suitable launch spot (or use a four-wheel-drive track if available).
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Holiday rentals and farm stays available around Youngs Siding and Nullaki; accommodation also available nearby in Albany/area (provider data).
- Food & Drink
- No facilities at the beach; nearest shops and cafes are in Youngs Siding or Denmark (provider data).
- Equipment Rental:
- No rentals available on-site; gear can be rented in Albany or Denmark (provider data).
- Gear Storage
- No dedicated public gear storage facilities reported; visitors typically store equipment in vehicles or accommodation (regional context).
- Gear Repair
- Repair shops located in Albany; professional surfboard repairs described as available via local surf shops (regional context + provider data).
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
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From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Lowlands Beach (Albany)?
The best overall months at Lowlands Beach (Albany) are April, May, March. The best wind months are April.
Which wind directions work at Lowlands Beach (Albany)?
Lowlands Beach (Albany) works with N, NNE, NE winds. Offshore directions are NW, N, NNE.
What skill level is Lowlands Beach (Albany) suitable for?
Lowlands Beach (Albany) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner to Intermediate.