SUNSHINE coAST SURf SPoTS
get out there the swell is good, you’ve got your board at hand, rashie on and ready to go; but where’s the best place to catch a wave on the coast? from Noosa to caloundra, the Sunshine coast has a variety of surf breaks that cater from the novice to the more experienced surfer. here a list of the best spots in the region to hit up:
Kings Beach this is the main beach break at caloundra. this spot is great for beginner surfers as the swell is normally small and only a short paddle out to the back. while it can get big on the occasional cyclone swell, it doesn’t happen often.
Moffat Beach located just up from Kings Beach, moffat offers a sectioned headland with swells for both beginners and more experienced riders. there are multiple sections that break along the rocky edge, but surfers are warned about a ‘suckier bowl section’ that is more suited to the experienced rider.
Alexandra headland alexandra Headland is a favoured spot for local surfers as it is relatively protected and caters for all levels. the tip of the point break is the Bluff, which is a preferred spot for many. those looking for a fast wave should stick to the beach breaks further down to the left.
Coolum Beach coolum is renowned for surfing and has produced some of the best surf breaks on the coast. a series of sheltered bays protect the area from all but the most direct onshore winds, so there is always a wave and there are a number of wave types along coolum’s main beach. coolum’s main beach offers a great learner wave and provides a more challenging wave for the more experienced surfer.
Sunshine Beach perfect for intermediate to experienced surfers, Sunshine Beach is located just outside Noosa. It has a lot more size than some of the other point breaks in the region and if the tide is high, it can be open to a fast in-shore wave. Surfers are warned about bigger days where it can break far out and produce strong rip currents that sweep both across the beach and out to sea.
Noosa Noosa has some of the best surf breaks in the country and caters for all levels of riders. If you want the biggest waves head to Granite Bay, whereas the smaller waves are at the open beaches or river mouth. Beware of the crowds as it can get pretty busy and look out for rocks on the inside section, they aren’t always that forgiving. Spots to check out around Noosa include main Beach, first point, little cove, Nationals, tea tree, Granite Bay, a Bay and open beaches. Source: surfmap.com.au 6
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