Surf GuideNew South Wales
Cowries
Cowries is a hollow right-hand reef and point break at North Beach in Shellharbour, with a shallow ledge and a busy local lineup when east to southeast swell lines up. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Cowries in New South Wales.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationNew South Wales, AU
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Best with southwest offshore wind and mid tide on the rise.
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Watch urchins, rocks, and a busy lineup, and treat the shallow ledge as a serious takeoff.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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