Posties

Posties is a surf spot in South Australia’s East Coast region, known for being a more exposed, ocean-facing break that picks up plenty of swell. It’s generally the kind of spot surfers look to when there’s solid groundswell and favorable wind, with conditions that can range from fun and manageable to fairly heavy depending on the day.

Typical surf characteristics

• Wave type: Usually a beachbreak or reefy/point-like setup depending on the exact section of coast
• Best swell: Works best with southerly to southwesterly swell
• Wind: Typically wants light offshore or very light variable winds
• Skill level: Often better suited to intermediate to advanced surfers, especially if it’s bigger or the sandbanks are shifting

What it’s like

• Can produce clean, punchy walls on a good swell
• May have strong rips or currents when the ocean is active
• Can be less crowded than more well-known South Australian spots, depending on access and local conditions

Things to watch

• Shifting banks / changing takeoff zones
• Powerful surf when swell is up
• Local hazards like reefs, rocks, or currents if present in the area