Peggys (Illawarra)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Ocean, Swell
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Peggys is a small reef/point break in Electrona, Tasmania, producing knee-to-thigh surf over a shallow rock shelf. It’s described as reasonably exposed and offshore-friendly when south winds are present, with southerly wind able to run cross-shore to offshore depending on the exact reef angle. Wave conditions are generally best at low tide, when the reef/shelf tends to shape the wave more cleanly. Reported wave quality varies by source (poor to average), but the spot’s defining feature is consistent shallow-reef behavior that can still offer ride opportunities for the right conditions. Safety is a key consideration: the area has rocks and sharks, and shallow submerged reef hazards with urchins are also noted. There are no lifeguard services reported, and rescue availability is described as none—so plan for self-rescue and careful entry/exit over the rock shelf. The reserve access rules are strict: dogs on lead only and no bikes allowed. For seasonality, February is cited as the best month, and water temperature reporting includes very cold conditions (a 46°F / 7.2°C reading) as well as warmer ranges in other seasonal data. Overall, the spot is characterized as low-profile and rarely crowded.
- Best wave shape at low tide.
- Offshore-friendly southerly winds.
- Low-profile and rarely crowded.
- Cold water—plan wetsuit accordingly.
- Offshore-friendly wind when southerlies set up.
- Works around low tide for better wave shape.
- Rarely crowded, low-profile local spot.
- No lifeguard services reported.
- Reef hazards: rocks/shallow shelf plus sharks; urchins noted.
- Entry/exit can be tricky due to shallow rock shelf and submerged rocks.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- S
- Offshore directions
- S
- Wind Type
- Gradient
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Described as having moderate gusts.
- Best Months
- February
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean, Swell
- Beach
- Rocks
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small — Knee-to-thigh waves reported; other data describes small-to-medium reef surf.
- Launch
- Small — Rock shelf entry reported.
- Launch Difficulty
- Difficult — Launch/entry described as difficult due to reef shelf and rocks.
Through the year
Rarely crowded, even during peak months.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Peggys is a small reef/point break producing knee-to-thigh waves over a shallow rock shelf, with right-hand waves mentioned for the reef break. Overall wave quality is described as poor to average depending on the source.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- E, ESE, SE
- Optimal Tide
- Low — Low tide is consistently cited as the best tide for wave shape.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Described as reasonably exposed, with reef behavior that can vary with swell size.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore-friendly when southerly winds are in place; southerlies can be cross-shore to offshore depending on the exact reef angle.
- Bigger Swell
- Can become heavy and difficult to manage on very large swells.
- Wave Quality
- Poor — One source rates wave quality as poor; another describes it as average.
- Wave Power
- Soft
- Wave Shape
- Mixed — Mixed reef/point behavior reported.
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Medium — Ride length described as medium.
- Ride Length Details
- One source notes knee-to-thigh surf typical size; another indicates medium ride length.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Peggys (Illawarra) in the full forecast view.
Peggys (Illawarra) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–12 ktsGusts 25 kts
- Direction
- E87°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2512 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.7–1.9 m8s period
- Temperature
- 13–31 °C
Over the next 7 days, Peggys (Illawarra) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–12 kts, peaking around 12 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 25 kts. The prevailing direction is E. Waves run 0.7–1.9 m with a period of about 8s. 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
- Shallow reef
- Urchins
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguard presence reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Rescue availability reported as no services.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Generally described as not very crowded, suggesting manageable but still local-aware conditions.
Rules of the spot
Dogs on lead only, and no bikes allowed at Peggys Beach Reserve.
- Dogs on lead only
- No bikes allowed
- Wait for low tide for the best wave shape.
- Be cautious of the rock shelf during entry and exit.
- Bring a wetsuit appropriate for cold water (46°F / 7.2°C reported).
- Follow the reserve rules: dogs on lead only, no bikes allowed.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Electrona
- Nearest Town
- Electrona
- Access
- Access to Peggys Beach Reserve is restricted to permitted uses: dogs on lead only, no bikes allowed.
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Various hotels and apartments available in Wollongong and North Wollongong (regionally referenced).
- Food & Drink
- Cafes and restaurants are located within walking distance at North Wollongong Beach (regionally referenced).
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Peggys (Illawarra)?
The best overall months at Peggys (Illawarra) are February, March, April, May. The best wind months are February.
Which wind directions work at Peggys (Illawarra)?
Peggys (Illawarra) works with S winds. Offshore directions are S.
What skill level is Peggys (Illawarra) suitable for?
Peggys (Illawarra) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.