Wilkes Pass
Surf Guide
An open-ocean reef-pass wave northwest of Namotu Island, totally exposed to swell and all wind, rising straight out of very deep water at the southern tip of Malolo Barrier Reef. It's a fairly reasonable take-off followed by a long, warping wall with some great speed sections, ending in a shallow bowl. A good regular-foot's alternative to Namotu Left or Tavarua.
Ability Level
Intermediate
BegIntAdv
intermediate
Local Vibe
Welcoming
WelcomingIntimidating
mellow
Crowd Factor
Moderate
MellowHeavy
can get crowded with resort guests
Spot Rating
Fun
PoorPerfect
5
Shoulder Burn
Medium
LightExhausting
6
Water Quality
Clean
CleanDirty
1
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
W, SW
Wind
glassy or E, NE
Surf Height
3 to 10 feet
Tide
high