Mushroom Beach (Nusa Lembongan)

Mushroom Beach (Nusa Lembongan) is a reef-coral surf break at the mouth of the bay, with sand/reef influences and a strong dependence on tide. Multiple sources emphasize that the reef can become dangerously shallow at low tide, so the practical window centers on high tide and rising/falling tide positions. The spot is described as having both left and right waves, with the far-left section often highlighted as the safer, better-quality area for learning—especially when swell is small and the tide is in. Conditions are most often favorable during the dry season, with Southeast trade winds (10–20 knots typically) reported as fairly consistent and able to groom waves offshore. The break is best when the swell is large enough to wrap in, with working sizes commonly given as starting around 1.0–1.5 m and holding up to about 2.5 m+ (larger-swell behavior can get heavy). Normal ride length is reported around 50 to 150 meters, though some accounts describe very short rides on the smallest setups at the learner-friendly left end. Safety is the key constraint at this spot. Reported hazards include sharp reef and coral heads, submerged rocks, sea urchins, and long rods sticking out of the water that may not be visible at high tide. Strong currents and rips are also noted near the reef edge, and boat traffic can be intense near the bay entrance—so surf sessions require extra attention to timing, water sharing, and energy management for the return swim. Despite these hazards, the lineup is generally described as empty—especially on weekdays and weekends—and the overall surf experience is often framed as a quieter alternative to other nearby breaks when conditions line up. Access is also a factor: it’s commonly described as reachable by boat (to the Coconut Hotel area) or via a jungle path from the Mushroom Hotel area, and you should expect limited parking only near access paths.