Surf spot

Salmon rocks

Forecast conditions and map view for Salmon rocks in Australia, VIC, East Coast. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Australia, VIC, East Coast
Coordinates: -37.8083, 148.7257

Metric
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Wave height (m)	1.1	1	0.9	1	1	1	0.9	0.9	0.9	1	0.9	0.9	0.9	0.8	0.8	0.7	0.7	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.7	0.8	0.7	0.8	0.9	0.9	1	1.3	1.6	1.6	1.5	1.6	1.4	1.5	1.6	1.6	1.5	1.4	1.2	1.3	1.3	1.3	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.4	1.7	1.7
Wave direction	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SSW	SW	SSW	SSW	SSW	S	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SW	SSW	SSW	SW	SSW	SSW	SW	SW	SW	SSW	SW	SSW	SSW	SSW
Wave period (s)	9.4	8.7	8.6	8.6	8.9	8.9	8.3	7.6	8.3	9.1	9	8.9	8.8	8.7	8.8	8.8	8.8	8.8	8.7	8.7	8.7	8.7	5.2	3.9	4.3	4.4	4.8	6.1	7.2	7.7	7.2	7.2	7.6	7.6	6.8	6.8	7.3	7.3	7.3	7.5	7.5	7.3	5.8	5.6	5.5	5.2	5	5	5	5.2	5.3	5.5	5.4	5.5	5.9	6
Wave energy (kJ)	199	138	131	136	160	152	118	85	118	151	143	128	115	102	93	81	76	60	54	47	40	34	11	13	21	21	28	63	80	119	162	275	288	260	227	189	246	259	259	250	214	161	109	109	94	83	72	74	73	79	81	86	87	113	196	213
Wind speed (km/h)	5.8	5.8	4.4	4.7	11.4	12.7	7.3	6.4	7	6.4	5.2	4.5	11.2	13	8.7	7.6	7.9	7.3	8.4	12.7	2.4	15.7	4.6	14.5	7.2	13	23	22	23	28.4	30	25.7	23	17.6	17.9	21.6	20.5	16.9	11.6	9.6	13.1	16.1	15	18.5	19.2	13.8	6.3	7.3	6	7.1	5.8	3.6	11.1	10.2	8.4	6.3
Wind direction	NCross-off	NCross-off	NGlassy	SGlassy	SSECross-on	ESECross-off	ECross-off	NWCross	NWCross	NNWCross-off	NNWCross-off	WSWGlassy	SSECross-on	ECross-off	NEOffshore	NCross-off	NCross-off	NCross-off	NCross-off	NWCross	NNEGlassy	NWCross	NEGlassy	SWOnshore	WCross-on	WCross-on	SWOnshore	WSWOnshore	WSWOnshore	WSWOnshore	WSWOnshore	WSWOnshore	WSWOnshore	SWOnshore	SWOnshore	SSWOnshore	SWOnshore	SWOnshore	SWOnshore	WNWCross-on	WNWCross-on	WNWCross-on	WNWCross-on	WCross-on	WSWOnshore	SWOnshore	WSWOnshore	NNWCross-off	NNWCross-off	NNWCross-off	NCross-off	SWGlassy	SSECross-on	ESECross-off	NEOffshore	NNWCross-off

Salmon Rocks is a well-known surf spot on Victoria’s East Coast in Australia, typically associated with the remote, rugged coastline of East Gippsland rather than the more urban surf beaches further west.

What it’s like

Type of break: Usually a rocky point / reef-style wave with a more exposed, coastal feel.
Wave quality: Can be powerful and hollow when the swell and wind line up, with long-period groundswell producing the best surf.
Best conditions: Generally prefers a clean offshore wind and a solid south to southeast swell.
Skill level: Often better for experienced surfers, especially because of the rocky entry/exit, potential for strong currents, and the surf’s power.

Environment

Setting: Remote, scenic, and wild—expect rock platforms, cliffs, and exposed ocean energy.
Hazards: Rocks, rips, and changing conditions can make it unforgiving. Careful observation before entering is important.
Crowds: Usually less crowded than more accessible surf beaches, partly due to its remoteness.

Overall vibe

Salmon Rocks is the kind of spot surfers go to when they’re looking for a serious, uncrowded wave in a dramatic natural setting. It’s often more about quality sessions and adventure than easy, everyday surf.