Banana Point
Long, mellow right-hand right ideal for longboarding and relaxed surfs.
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Overview
Banana Point is a long, mellow right-hander breaking off a small headland near a wide sandy beach. It is perfect for longboarding, relaxed sessions and intermediate surfers looking to link longer rides.
Quick Information
Distance from Camp
5–10 minutes by car
Break Type
Right-hand point / beach break
Best Tide
Mid to high tide
Crowd Level
Medium, spreads out along the point
Best Time
Mid to high tide with clean swell
Wave Conditions
Wave Size
2–6 feet
Wave Type
Mellow right-hand walls
Wind Conditions
Best with light winds or offshore
Season
Best in winter swells, still fun in shoulder seasons
What Makes This Spot Special
- •Long, rolling rights when the swell lines up
- •Wide sandy bay for easy entry and exit
- •Great for practicing trimming and turns
- •Perfect for cruisy longboard sessions
- •Suitable for mixed-level groups
Local Insights
Named after the banana trees in the area
Popular with longboarders and cruisy surfers
Nice spot to combine with a beach day
Pro Tips
- 1.Ideal spot to improve your cutbacks and flow
- 2.Choose a slightly bigger board for easier wave count
- 3.Good alternative when Anchor Point is too crowded or heavy
- 4.Walk up the point to maximize ride length
- 5.Shared by surf schools and more experienced riders—respect the line-up
Important Warnings
- Can be fat on very small swells
- More powerful and faster on bigger days
Recommended Equipment
For the best experience at Banana Point, we recommend bringing:
- •Longboards
- •Funboards
- •Fish / hybrid boards
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