Balanagan

Balangan is a relatively straight piece of reef that stretches from the headland, all the way across the beach. Typically Balangan is separated into 3 sections, that will align the best on a full high tide and a solid 4-6ft swell, where it can peel and barrel perfectly from behind the headland to the inside shut down section.

The first section will break up behind the over hanging headland, and offer quick, zippy walls that will allow a few turns and options to look for the barrel. But unfortunately, it will typically out run most surfers before it gets to the second section.

The second section can offer a little more time, with a few more turns, and still barrel opportunities. It can break a little further out as the sets swing wider than the first section, so sitting a little off the reef can sometimes pay off. This section will typically out race you after around 80m, but can link to the 3rd section on some better days.

The last section is right down the end of the reef, where once again fast, barrelling but zippy walls are the theme. When surfing the end section you need to be aware of the coral at the final shut down, as it can go dry on the lower tides and you can get stuck on the inside, especially when big.

When Balangan is small, and the tide is high, it is a great spot for progressing beginners / intermediates to hone their skills on the reef. You will typically be sharing this wave with the local surf camps.