Maroochydore
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All right little break. Go out and have some fun
Atmosphere:
Pretty lay back surfing - no localism or agro for the most part. A lot of beginners ride here but they keep out of your way.
Also some advanced surf coaches and their pro crew and grommies can dominate the best banks for the early sessions till 8am.
It is not the best break around on the really good days, but can hold its own and has a consistent edge when its hard to find a wave on the coast.
Additional Info:
There are usually several banks, so pick a good one that is less populated - swap around when one gets a bit more attention. If you have the time wait further out for the bomb sets. (Every three or four sets usually).
Location
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Easy. Just head for anywhere between Maroochy and Alex surf clubs.
A small well formed wave that supply's power and speed. Very rippable
| Walk | Short walk (5-15 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Yes |
| Boat required | No |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy with rock |
| Power | Fun |
| Frequency | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
| Normal length | Short (<50m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | West, SouthWest, South, SouthEast |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | SouthEast, East |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 8ft+ |
| Tide | Mid and high tide |
| Tide movement | Rising and falling tides |
Crowd
| Week | Few surfers |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Crowded |
Dangers
Rips / undertow
Videos
None
Nearby spots
0.99 miles away
| Direction: | Right |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
1.28 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
1.89 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Flat rocks with sand |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |