Bennion Beach - cleggies

Bennion Beach – “Cleggies” (Perth, Western Australia)

Bennion Beach, often referred to locally as “Cleggies,” is a Perth metro surf spot on the northern coastline of Western Australia. It’s a beachbreak known for being relatively accessible and typically more of a local session spot than a heavy-duty destination break.

What it’s like

• Wave type: Sandy beachbreak
• Best for: Shortboarders, beginners to intermediates on smaller days, and surfers looking for a quick local surf
• Conditions: Usually works best with a swell pushing in from the west or southwest and some offshore easterly wind
• Crowd: Can get busy because of its city-adjacent location and easy access
• Vibe: Casual, local, and often surfed by Perth residents rather than traveling surfers

Wave quality

Cleggies is generally known for fun, rippable peaks rather than long, perfectly groomed walls. On the right day, it can offer: - Clean A-frame peaks - Hollow sections on stronger swells - Fast, punchy beachbreak surf

Because it’s a beachie, the sandbanks can shift a lot, so the wave quality can change from week to week or after storms.

Hazards and things to watch

• Shifting banks and rips
• Crowds
• Wind sensitivity — onshore sea breezes can quickly ruin it
• Like many Perth beachbreaks, it can become messy and powerful when the swell jumps up

Good to know

If you’re heading there, it’s worth checking: - Swell direction and size - Wind direction and strength - Current sandbank setup