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Forth Rock Groin

3.9 — based on 18 community signals
4.4 12 especies 46 colaboradores

Forth Rock Groin is a year-round Western Australian surf spot near Meadow Springs with consistent waves and local community support.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Shore entryFamily-friendly

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Actividad
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Vida marina
Delfín mular

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
18.5 kn
Olas
2.78 m
Agua
18.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: S (18%)
Now: WNW (284°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.8m

Próxima: Baja a las 14:00 (+0.02m)

+0.7 m0 m-0.1 m
▼ 14:00 · +0.02m ▲ 00:00 · +0.37m ▼ 02:00 · +0.34m ▼ 14:00 · -0.1m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.1 · mod Aire PM2.511 · good 06:11 18:11
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 20.3 2.8 5 4mm
09-20 8.7 1.82 4 1mm
09-21 9.3 1.28 7 0mm
09-22 6.9 1.36 6 0mm
09-23 10.1 1.28 7 0mm
09-24 9.2 0.96 7 0mm
09-25 13.4 1.52 7 2mm

About this spot

Forth Rock Groin sits near Meadow Springs in Western Australia, offering reliable surf conditions throughout the year. The break attracts both locals and visiting surfers seeking consistent swells in a accessible location. The spot has built a small community of surfers who document sessions regularly, with three community videos available showing wave conditions across different seasons. The break is outside any marine protected area, making access straightforward for surfers. While specific difficulty ratings and technical details remain undocumented, the year-round suitability suggests a versatile setup that works in various conditions. Local knowledge is valuable here, as the community has logged observations of the break over time. Forth Rock Groin benefits from genuine local interest, evidenced by the community video library. These resources offer real footage of how the spot performs in different swells and tides. The nearby Meadow Springs locality provides shore access and basic amenities for day trips.

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Vida marina

Delfín mular

Tipos de buceo

Costa

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🏄 Surfboard or rental confirmation
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type I · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 14623km · ~3363kg · €61

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 53/100
  • Visado: e-Visa · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 16h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 9h este · 6 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to surf Forth Rock Groin?

Forth Rock Groin works year-round, so you can visit any season. Check the community videos to see how conditions vary throughout the year and plan around your schedule.

What level of surfer can handle this break?

Difficulty ratings aren't documented for Forth Rock Groin. Watch the available community videos to assess the wave size and power before your first visit.

What marine life might I see?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at the spot. Local surfers and water users have documented marine activity, so ask locals about what's commonly spotted during your session.

How do I access Forth Rock Groin?

The break is near Meadow Springs in Western Australia and is not inside a marine protected area, so access is unrestricted. Park near the locality and walk to the groin for entry.

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

92 registros · 32 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Carcharhinus brachyurus

Bronze Whaler
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
27 ago 2019
×1registros

Galeocerdo cuvier

Tiger Shark
Elasmobranchii · Galeocerdonidae
OBIS
Última observación:
26 feb 2018
×1registros

Mustelus antarcticus

Gummy Shark
Elasmobranchii · Triakidae
OBIS
Última observación:
24 feb 2018
×1registros

Carcharhinus brachyurus

Bronze Whaler
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
26 dic 2017
×18registros

Galeocerdo cuvier

Tiger Shark
Elasmobranchii · Galeocerdonidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 dic 2017
×2registros

Carcharhinus brachyurus

Bronze Whaler
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
28 dic 2016
×21registros

Galeocerdo cuvier

Tiger Shark
Elasmobranchii · Galeocerdonidae
OBIS
Última observación:
26 dic 2016
×2registros

Mustelus antarcticus

Gummy Shark
Elasmobranchii · Triakidae
OBIS
Última observación:
12 abr 2016
×1registros

Carcharhinus brachyurus

Bronze Whaler
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
30 dic 2014
×13registros
Profundidad:
7–22 m

Carcharhinus brachyurus

Bronze Whaler
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
8 oct 2012
×1registros
Profundidad:
0 m

Bathytoshia brevicaudata

Elasmobranchii · Dasyatidae
OBIS
Última observación:
20 sept 2007
×1registros
Profundidad:
58 m

Lumbrineridae

polychaete worms
Polychaeta · Lumbrineridae
OBIS
Última observación:
10 may 1999
×2registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

4th Groyne Lids

Just Joshin
💬 3 top comments
  • My uncle Jed💪

    @phoebecollins3340 · 👍 3
  • Sik vid... might have to come down and join ya's

    @Jeenzy79 · 👍 0
  • Really nice filming

    @Steve-pr6yj · 👍 0

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Ben Powell
💬 1 top comments
  • nice

    @lukemorison3810 · 👍 1
wind peaks Jan-Dec-Feb, calmest Apr-Jun-May, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)

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