Stinky Bay (La Moye)

Stinky Bay (La Moye) is an exposed reef break on Jersey that can produce fairly consistent surf year-round, with conditions strongly shaped by tide and swell wrap into the bay. The spot is described as tide-sensitive and works best at low tide, when the takeoff section is more accessible and the reef is surfable without immediately boxing you out against rocks and the sea wall. Surf is reported as predominantly a left-hand wave, with takeoff timing at the peak being critical—waves can back off if you are late or positioned too far from the peak. The reef environment also means hazards are persistent: submerged rocks/boulders, rotting kelp, and a constrained launch zone. Providers also note that the area can involve strong currents, rip/undertow, and tidal cutoff behavior, which increases risk when you misjudge tides or spacing. Wind support varies by month and direction, but spring—especially April—is highlighted as a top period, with winter and autumn also producing strong results. Typical wind speeds are described in the range of about 15–25 knots, with reports of both blown-out and clean periods in April. East winds are noted as grooming/offshore for the swell, while cliff topography can create turbulence. Because the walk-down access is steep and the takeoff zone is limited, plan your approach carefully: check conditions from the top before descending, be mindful of the current/rip risk once in, and do not treat the spot as a beginner option. Water temperatures are cool (winter around the low teens °C, summer warming to around the high teens), and wetsuit guidance varies seasonally from lighter summer suits up to thicker winter setups with added head/hand/foot protection.