Australian Best Surfing Spots

Great surf in the coastal waters around the world attracts surfers like iron filings to a magnet. Each surfer is seeking that perfect wave. That one wave that they can ride forever. The coasts of Australia produce some of the best surf in the world. Many world-class events are held in the surfing meccas scattered along the coast of this spectacular country.

Moviemakers from around the world have been attracted the incredible surf in some of these locales. For instance, Bells Beach was one of the locations selected for the filming of the movie “The Endless Summer”. Home to the long running Rip Curl Pro Surf & Music Festival, Bells Beach has attracted surfers for decades with its incredible surf.

When Bells Beach is flat, competitions are sometimes moved to the small town of Johanna. The surf at Johanna is known for its power and is held in high regard by experienced surfers. Swells that miss Bells Beach are often picked up at Johanna.

Surrounded by water on three sides, the popular seaside resort of Manly provides terrific surf for all levels of surfers. A scant 13 km from Sydney, this beautiful resort town has a stunning 18 beaches in the immediate area. At any time you are likely to see longboarders, shortboarders, boogie boarders, knee boarders and body surfers taking to the water. Surfers from Sydney flock to this beach to fulfill their thirst for great waves.

Lying between Surfers Paradise and Coolangatta sits Queensland’s most southern beach. Burleigh Heads attracts droves of surfers with its powerful surf, sandy bottom, and incredible beach. The windier it is, the more water gets funneled into the bay creating even more powerful waves so experience is a necessity in these waters.

Drive just an hour and a half north of Brisebane and you will find that the beaches along the Noosa National Park coastline provide great opportunities to catch that perfect wave. Beginning at Sunshine Beach and running about 12kms, there are some great breaks. Most suitable for the novice is Noosa Beach with its gentler waves and sand bottom. Experienced surfers often head for the Boiling Pot with its rock-strewn bottom, waves that rise as high as 4 meters if the wind is right, and rides as long as 300 meters.

Literally hundreds of surf spots dot the coast of this island country. Whether you are an expert surfer or a novice, you will find the perfect surf for your experience level along these stunning coasts.