Local Surfing Spots
⚠️ Safety First
For your first time at any of these spots, never paddle out alone.
The ocean demands respect — always stay aware, take precautions, and enjoy the waves safely.
Lappiesbaai
Lappiesbaai is a beginner friendly surf spot on the main beach of Stilbaai. It can however become difficult to break through to the backline in bigger surf.
Swell size: Small to medium
Swell direction: Any
Wind direction: NE to NW
Wind strength: Light to medium
Steentjie
Situated next to the harbour, Steentjie is one of the most popular beach break that is beginner friendly. It is also liked especially by longboarders. Works best at high tide.
Swell size: All
Swell direction: SE
Wind direction: NE to W
Wind strength: All
Morris Reef
Morris Reef, the main surfing attraction of Stilbaai. This spot is situated around rocks and is for Advanced surfers. Works best when the tide is not too low.
Swell size: Medium to Large
Swell direction: S to SW
Wind direction: W to SW
Wind strength: Light up to Strong
Dolphins
Hidden to the West of Morris Reef, Dolpins is a fun spot for Advanced surfers. It can work when the other spots are letting you down. This reef break works best at high tide.
Swell size: Meduim to Large
Swell direction: S to SW
Wind direction: NE to NW
KG
Situated on the Eastern edge of Jongensfontein, KG’s is known for its powerful rip currents and easy paddle. Intermediate surfers enjoy this spot.
Swell size: Small to medium
Swell direction: SE to SW
Wind direction: NE to NW
Wind strength: Light
Jongens point
The main spot in Jongensfontein, this reef break works best at low tide and is a frequent for Intermediate surfers.
Swell size: Small to medium
Swell direction: SE to SW
Wind direction: S to SW
Wind strength: Light to medium