Surf spot

Washing Machine

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Country: St Barthelemy
Coordinates: 17.8885, -62.8100

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Wind speed (km/h)	28.1	27.6	29.8	26.3	23.6	26.3	26.8	29.3	27.3	29.6	28.8	27.2	23.5	22.7	26.3	27.7	27	26.9	24.9	27.4	26.7	23.8	21.6	20	24.9	24.5	26.9	29.9	24.2	28.5	29.5	28.1	26.3	25.1	25.2	29.2	28.8	27.7	30.6	30.6	29.6	28.1	32.2	28.1	27.8	26.4	27.8	28.4	24.9	28.1	24.4	22.3	23.7	22	23.8	23.4
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Washing Machine, St. Barthelemy is a well-known reef break on the island’s windward side, offering fast, hollow, and powerful waves when conditions line up. It’s named for the churning, turbulent effect of the wave as it breaks over shallow reef and reef ledges, creating a high-energy surf zone that can feel rough and intense.

What it’s like

Wave type: Reef break
Best for: Intermediate to advanced surfers
Character: Fast, heavy, often barreling
Consistency: Seasonal and highly condition-dependent

Conditions

Washing Machine works best with a solid swell, favorable wind direction, and enough tide to handle the shallow reef safely. Because of the reef setup, the wave can be powerful and unforgiving, especially on bigger days.

Crowd / vibe

It’s not typically a beginner-friendly or casual longboard spot. When it’s on, it tends to draw local experienced surfers and visiting riders looking for a challenging Caribbean wave.

Hazards

Shallow coral reef
Strong, choppy water movement
Potentially heavy wipeouts
Limited margin for error on takeoff and during turns

Overall

Washing Machine is one of St. Barthelemy’s more intense surf spots: exciting, technical, and rewarding for skilled surfers, but best approached with caution and local knowledge.