Bushrangers Bay is the Cape Schanck reef bay, with basalt cliffs, a rugged walk-in, and serious surf energy on a south-southwest swell. It is wild and exposed, with rocks and waves at the entrance giving it a harder-edged feel than the scenic walk suggests. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Bushrangers Bay in Victoria.
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North-northwest wind is the clean lane, south to southwest swell is the working angle, and the bay prefers low to incoming tide.
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Lineup Guide
Use the Boneo Road or Cape Schanck access and expect a real walk down to the beach.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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