Mandurah wedge

Mandurah Wedge (Mandurah, WA — south of Perth) is a well-known, fast, hollow beachbreak/point-style shorebreak spot on the Western Australian coast. It’s famous for producing heavy, wedgy peaks when swell wraps in and hits the sandbanks at the right angle, often making for short, punchy, powerful waves rather than long rides.

What it’s like

• Wave type: Mostly a beachbreak with wedgey sections
• Best on: SW to W swell with offshore easterly winds
• Wave quality: Can be very hollow and rippable, but often strong and unforgiving
• Skill level: Better suited to intermediate to advanced surfers due to power, shallow sandbars, and speed
• Board choice: Shortboard for the best days; sometimes a step-up if it’s bigger and heavier

Conditions

• The spot works best when swell lines up cleanly and the sandbanks are in place.
• Because it’s a sand-bottom wave, conditions can change quickly after storms or shifting sand.
• On the right day, it can create clean barrels and steep takeoff sections.

Hazards

• Powerful shorebreak
• Shallow sandbars
• Heavy wipeouts
• Can be crowded on good days
• Strong currents and changing banks can make it tricky

Best for

• Surfers looking for fast, punchy waves
• People who like barrel sections and high-performance surfing
• Those comfortable with heavier beachbreaks