Scarecrows
Scarecrows is a renowned left-hand reef break in the Playgrounds area of northern Mentawai, Indonesia. The wave offers long, fast walls with occasional barrel sections, best surfed on medium to large ...
Current Conditions
Conditions snapshot
5:39 PM
Water: —
Swell
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Wind
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Tide
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Air
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Seasonality
April–October
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Spot Guide
Direction
Left
Wave Type
fastlong
Bottom
Reef
Vibe
Popular, energetic, surf-charter heavy
Crowd
Gets busy during peak season, especially with charter boats. Early mornings or late afternoons are less crowded.
Localism
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Local Tips
- •Bring booties for reef protection
- •Early mornings are less crowded
- •Watch for shifting takeoff spots
- •Respect surf charter etiquette
Hazards
Sharp ReefStrong CurrentsSea UrchinsCrowds
Additional Hazards:
- ⚠Watch for sharp shallow reef at low tide
- ⚠Beware strong currents on bigger days
- ⚠Sea urchins are present near the takeoff zone
- ⚠Crowds from charter boats can cause tension
Local Logistics
Boat Access
This spot typically requires a boat.
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Location & Access
Access Information
Reachable via surf charter or local boat from nearby resorts; no land access available.
Parking
curating in progress :)
Walk to Beach
curating in progress :)
Entry Fee
c. 20k IDR
Access Hours
24/7
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