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“I surfed the Farm back in the 70's rarely surfed it during the 80's & 90's. A very weak wave unless the swell is over 5ft. It also MUST have the right swell direction or it sections off and becomes very full. Bigger swells in the wrong direction seem to waver then close out. Just a fun wave with your mates a chat and laugh. But I really don't treat the Farm as a serious wave. The Locals do and are very protective. Smile don't drop in and the laughs are on.”
Kerry from AUSTRALIA - 27 Feb 2020
The Farm Ratings
Overall: 5.0. Based on 14 votes and 3 reviews. Vote
Quality on a good day: 2.9(1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class). |
Consistency of Surf: 2.4(1: The Farm is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot). |
Regional Rating: 2.9(1: The Farm is usually very poor quality compared to other spots in Illawarra. 5: the best break in Illawarra). |
Difficulty Level: 2.5(1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only). |
Onshore Wind: 2.5(1: even a light onshore ruins the surf. 5: The Farm can offer better rides with a light wind behind them). |
Other Options: 2.4(1: If wind or tide conditions are poor at The Farm, it will be poor everywhere nearby. 5: other locations nearby provide a rich variety of wind and swell exposures). |
Wind and Kite Surfing: 1.4(1: An unsuitable spot. 5: Wind and wave conditions at The Farm are often excellent). |
Water Quality: 3.3(1: Known health risks from pollution. 5: Never any pollution). |
Crowds: 2.0(1: Often too crowded. 5: The Farm is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers). |
Access: 3.3(1: Getting to The Farm requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break). |
Scenery: 3.2(1: An ugly industrial backdrop. 5: A spectacular setting). |
Local Attitude: 1.6(1: Locals are hostile to visitors. 5: Either there are no locals who surf, or else they are accommodating and friendly). |
Accommodation: 1.9(1: No convenient places to stay indoors. 5: A wide variety of accommodation near The Farm for all budgets from hostels to luxury hotels). |
Camping: 2.3(1: Camping at The Farm is not possible. 3: Camping tolerated but no facilities. 5: A nearby camp ground has excellent facilities and a good vibe). |
Entertainment: 2.3(1: Besides the surf and the solitude there is nothing to do when it is flat. 5: The Farm is in such an interesting area to visit that getting wet is a bonus). |
Equipment and Repairs: 2.8(1: Nothing can be sourced, not even wax. 5: Quality surfing equipment can be purchased or hired. Major repairs can be fixed too). |
Eating: 2.8(1: Bring your own food, there isn't even a shop. 5: A wide variety of places to eat and drink at The Farm, from fast food and cafes to fancy restaurants). |
Drinking: 2.8(1: Alcohol is not allowed in the country. 5: There is an excellent pub near The Farm where you can stay or park a camper van overnight). |
“The Farm is a great beach to surf at for all abilities of surfer. It is surrounded by rolling hills which help to form a natural amphitheatre giving it a unique quality not easily replicated elsewhere. The southerly aspect of the beach allows the Farm to attract the predominate swell that frequents the coast when other beaches in the area are flat. Access is now easy as the road winds all the way to the western end of the beach. There are toilets, camping and nearby Mystics beach offers more waves if the swell is up. Situated in the Killalea State Park I'd say it has been made a national surfing reserve for good reason. 4/5 stars on a good day. Watch out for the crowds and locals though.”
Jason Hopkins from AUSTRALIA - 24 Aug 2011
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