Surf spot

Bushrangers bay

Forecast conditions and map view for Bushrangers bay in Australia, VIC, Melbourne East. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Australia, VIC, Melbourne East
Coordinates: -38.4923, 144.9117

Metric
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Wave period (s)	10.9	10.7	10.7	10.7	10.7	10.6	10.6	10.6	10.5	10.4	10.3	10.3	10.2	10.3	8.6	5.1	10	10.1	10.7	10.7	11.6	11.7	11.5	11.1	10.7	10.3	10.3	10.7	10.9	10.9	11	11.1	11.2	10.8	10.5	10.3	10.1	9.6	9.4	9.4	9.4	9.3	9.6	9.3	9.9	9.2	8.8	8.2	8.2	9.8	9.7	9.6	9.6	9.6	9.6	9.6
Wave energy (kJ)	671	640	566	524	470	416	368	321	297	271	241	227	198	163	94	72	116	158	338	871	1256	1577	1706	1692	2061	2072	2119	2152	2187	2187	2035	1850	1644	1422	1207	1036	874	744	658	585	523	454	437	353	395	269	206	145	138	325	315	308	302	283	248	237
Wind speed (km/h)	11.6	16.6	21.6	24	25.4	22.3	13.6	9.9	17.6	19.8	16.4	12.6	10.2	10.8	5.1	10.7	17.9	23.5	18.7	21.5	29.1	29.1	27	24.7	22.6	21.3	20.2	19.5	20.2	18.8	14.5	13.4	10.5	9.7	8.7	10.5	12	11.3	6.5	3.6	6.1	10.4	10.2	15.7	13.8	13.9	13.4	17.9	16.4	18.6	21.6	23.1	19.4	20.1	21.6	24.6
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Bushrangers Bay is a rugged, scenic surf spot on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, southeast of Melbourne. It’s known for its powerful waves, exposed coastline, and beautiful natural setting rather than being a mellow beginner break.

Quick description

Location: Near Cape Schanck / Fingal area on the Mornington Peninsula, VIC
Break type: Mostly reef/rocky point-style surf with a raw, open-ocean feel
Wave quality: Can produce powerful, clean surf when swell and wind line up
Best for: More experienced surfers who are comfortable with strong currents, reef hazards, and variable conditions
Scenery: One of the standout features is the dramatic coastal landscape—cliffs, rock platforms, and a remote feel

Conditions

Works best with southerly to southwesterly swell
Typically likes northerly winds for cleaner faces
Can be heavy and inconsistent, with the quality depending a lot on swell direction, tide, and wind

Things to know

The area can be rocky and hazardous, so it’s important to be cautious entering and exiting the water
Not generally the best option for beginners
Conditions can change quickly, so checking a local forecast or speaking to local surfers is a good idea

Overall vibe

Bushrangers Bay is more of a wild, exposed, adventure-style surf destination than a friendly beach break. When it’s on, it can be memorable for its power and scenery.