Dotties is a surf spot located in South West Australia, Australia. Situated on Halls Head Parade, this spot is easily accessible with a car park, toilet block, and a grassed area opposite the Dome Cafe in Halls Head. The wave at Dotties breaks left over a sand and rock bottom, making it suitable for surfers of all levels. The best conditions for surfing here are during medium to high tide. The wave quality is described as sloppy, and it sometimes breaks with a length ranging from 150 to 300 meters. Dotties is known for being relatively uncrowded, providing a more relaxed surfing experience. Nearby surf spots include Roberts Point, Sidewinders, Caves, Hunchies Bay, and 4th Groyne. When planning a surf session at Dotties, it’s important to check the surf forecast and report to ensure optimal conditions. Additionally, surfers should be aware of the surf etiquette, especially when the spot is crowded, and always check their skills before paddling out to ensure the spot and conditions match their surfing level. Respect the locals. Check out the good surf at Dotties in the next 7 days, the webcams, the full forecast report, or see the spot on the surf map.
Tides have a significant impact on wave quality at certain surf spots like Dotties, causing conditions to vary throughout the tidal cycle. As the tide moves between high and low, the water depth over the seabed changes, affecting how the waves break. At these spots, high tide usually produce softer, slower waves, while low tide can generate faster, steeper waves. Some spots have specific tide stages when they work best, offering optimal conditions only at certain times of the day.
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There are 88 surf spots within a range of 100 km from Dotties. Use this section to find alternative spots that may be less crowded, better suited for your surfing skills, or offer a better forecast report for the next 7 days. Each spot includes detailed surf reports, forecast updates, and webcam views to help you plan. Whether you're seeking less crowded alternatives or simply exploring a region, the list of nearby surf spots is an essential tool.
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