Kegs is a surf spot located in Victoria, Australia. The spot provides both left and right waves. The bottom consists of sand and rocks, and it works best at medium and high tides. The wave quality is considered normal, making it suitable for surfers of all levels. The waves at Kegs are less than 50 meters in length, and the spot is generally uncrowded. Nearby surf spots include Rye Ocean Beach, Lizard Heads, St Andrews Beach, Tiber, and Shorties. To reach Kegs, you drive to Rye Back Beach and continue along the road until you reach a big corner. There, you can park on the side of the road where there is sand and grass, and then walk one of the two walking tracks. It’s important to check the surf etiquette when a spot is crowded and to check your skills before paddling out to make sure the spot and conditions fit your surfing level. Respect the locals. Check out the good surf at Kegs 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 Kegs, 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 98 surf spots within a range of 100 km from Kegs. 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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