Australia WA, Australia
A heavy right-handed reef break on the coast of Australia WA - experts only.
| Wave height | 5.6 ft (5-7 ft) |
| Swell period | 11 sec |
| Swell direction | 223° |
| Wind | NE offshore 6.3 kt |
| Tide | mid / optimal |
| Surf score | 79 / 100 |
The Box is a right-handed reef break on the coast of South West WA, Australia. On the right day, the ideal swell window runs from SSW–WSW (210–255°); groundswell with periods around 11–18s gives it the most shape; the wave is comfortably workable up to roughly 15 ft on the face. Best winds are E or NE, with SE or N still rideable. The wave is highly tide-sensitive - a small change in tide height can switch it on or off. The sweet spot in our data sits between roughly 0.4 m and 1.4 m of tide height. It is a relatively fickle wave that only really lights up on the right combination of swell, wind, and tide. Expect mild water that may call for a spring suit. Expect a moderate crowd, especially on the best days. Logistically, it is about 45 minutes from BUS airport. This is an expert-only wave; it is heavy, hollow, and unforgiving, and the consequences of a bad wipeout are real. Board-wise, locals lean on step-up barrel board.
The best window is typically Mar–Oct, when swells from SSW–WSW (210–255°) are most consistent.
In our data the spot is workable up to roughly 15 ft on the face on the right swell and wind, beyond which it usually becomes unmanageable or closes out.
No - this is an expert-only wave and is not appropriate for learners under any conditions.