Surf GuideSt Francis Bay
Van Stadens Mouth
Van Stadens Mouth is a river-mouth beach break in the Eastern Cape with both directions on offer and a shifting, mouth-driven shape. It is a practical, no-nonsense setup that can change feel fast with the sand and swell angle. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Van Stadens Mouth in St Francis Bay.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationSt Francis Bay, ZA
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The Wave
Best on a clean north-northeast side with south swell.
The line is more about bars and swell angle than tide.
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Lineup Guide
Watch the mouth for current and shifting sand.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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