Pic du Diable
High Surf Warning
Large waves up to 2.2m expected at Pic du Diable. Peak conditions around 9:00 PM.
Exercise extreme caution when entering the water. Strong currents and large waves present. Warning valid until 9:00 PM.
Max: 2.2m
Peak: 9:00 PM
Pic du Diable is a well-known reef break on the southwestern coast of La RĂ©union in the Saint-Pierre / Terre-Sainte area, offering consistent and challenging waves. The spot is famous for its powerful...
Pic du Diable surf guide
Skill Level
Advanced
Direction
A‑Frame
Reef Type
Reef
Swell Window
April–October
Wave Type
Hollow, Punchy
Best Wind
NE
Best Tide
Rising, High
Crowd
Crowds are moderate to heavy during prime swell periods and weekends. Local surfers dominate the lineup, especially during good conditions.
Vibe
Raw, challenging, local respect needed
Local Tips
Respect localsClean early morningsWear booties
- •Check for shark alerts before entering
- •Enter and exit carefully to avoid the reef
Hazards
Strong CurrentsSharp ReefShallow ReefSubmerged RocksSharks
- •Shark sightings are possible especially at dawn and dusk
Current Conditions
Conditions snapshot
7:30 AM
Water: 28°C
Waves
2.0mOverhead
Period
13.59sGood period
Wind
2.4 km/hSide-Offshore
Tide
0.709m
Low · 02:24High · 08:24
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Location & Access
Access Information
Access via a short rocky walk from the nearby parking area. Exercise caution when crossing slippery rocks.
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