Three Bears is a surf spot located in South West Australia, Australia, situated midway between Sugarloaf Rock and Yallingup. This spot is part of the Capes Region, known for its diverse surf breaks and rich surfing culture. Three Bears is characterized by its coral reef bottom and provides both left and right waves, making it suitable for intermediate surfers. The surf spot consists of three main waves: Babys, Mamas, and Papas. Babys is a good peak on a small swell, with the left slightly longer, and it performs well when the swell reaches around 6 feet, offering long rides and great tubes. Mamas is ideal on mid to small swells, featuring a nice left tube and wall, with rights also possible. Papas is considered an average wave compared to the others. The waves at Three Bears can get very big on an average-sized swell, with powerful rogue waves and cleanup sets, but they start closing out at about a 2.5 to 3-meter swell (8-10 feet wave). The spot picks up as much, if not more, swell than Margaret River. Despite being a difficult-to-access location, requiring a 4×4 vehicle, it can become crowded, especially in summer or on weekends. Surfers should be prepared for cool conditions, although it can get crazy with plenty of mals when the swell is small. It’s important to check the surf etiquette when surfing crowded spots 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 Three Bears 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 Three Bears, 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 73 surf spots within a range of 100 km from Three Bears. 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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