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Reef break
Surfing Bells Beach: Complete Guide
Bells Beach hosts the longest-running professional surf contest in the world — the Rip Curl Pro every Easter. It's a powerful right-hand reef break in Victoria with a uniquely Australian, end-of-the-earth feel.
Wave type
Reef break
Skill level
Advanced
Best season
April – October
Swell
SW
Wind
Offshore N
Water temp
12–18°C
Crowd
Heavy
Why surf Bells Beach?
Iconic surf history, raw Southern Ocean power, Great Ocean Road backdrop.
Beginner-friendly?
Not a beginner spot. Try Torquay's main beach or Jan Juc for lessons.
Hazards & local knowledge
Cold water, powerful waves, sharp reef.
Nearby towns
Torquay • Anglesea • Jan Juc
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