The Best Surf Spots in Australia

Surfers all over the planet think of Australia almost before any other destination on the planet when they imagine to themselves what their favorite surfing trip would take them. It’s quite simply that many of the best surf spots in the world are to be found Down Under, with the best that the oceans have to throw at surfers always waiting to be found. Other than certain areas where the waters are calm due to natural harbors and bays, etc., there is hardly a stretch of Australian beach that doesn’t offer wonderful surf conditions, which means that practically no matter where you are in the country you’ll end up making your trip more than worth the while.

Surfers generally tend to avoid the northernmost part of Australia, simply because the waters here are full of the kinds of jellyfish that could turn a surfer’s vacation into a very different, less enjoyable experience, as well as the fact that these shallow tropical waters don’t offer the same sorts of waves to be found elsewhere.

In a country of this size, the other tracts of coastline are more than ample grounds (or waters) in which to seek out a good ride. Australia has many thousands of miles of beautiful beaches with some exceptional beach as well as reef breaks all along the way. Whether you’re in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean off Australia’s western coast or in the chilly waters off the southern end of the continent or the heavily frequented waters of the eastern shores, surfers will feel like their dreams have come true in any of these places.

Western Australia is a surfer’s mecca, with summer temps well over 100 degrees (Fahrenheit) and the water getting up there, too! The clear waters of the Indian Ocean are too inviting to pass up, and the tubes loom large at well over 6 feet in many cases. Among the best destinations for surfers to check out in Western Australia, it’s recommended to go to Albany, Esperance, and especially the area where the Margaret River flows into the Indian Ocean.

South Australia’s coastal waters experience some remarkable swells due to the currents coming up from Antarctica, which furnishes a surfer’s ideal scenario. The coast here is relatively inaccessible in many parts, so a 4WD vehicle will be in order, or at the very least a savvy local guide. For the hottest surf spots, go to Yorke Peninsula or Eyre Peninsula where conditions draw boarders from the surrounding areas, including the state capital of Adelaide.

A little farther to the east, the beaches of Victoria share many attributes with those of South Australia, with wet suits being generally necessary in both instances given the cold water coming up from the south. In spite of the frigid waters, the surfing conditions are nothing short of optimal, and once again being able to take advantage of the knowledge of a local is of huge help. Try to get to places such as Phillip Island, Torquay or Bells Beach, which visitors and locals have all agreed present some of the best surf breaks. A good way to get to know this stretch of Australian coast is simply to get on the Great Ocean Road, running for well over 100 miles.

Moving back towards warmer waters, the beaches of New South Wales are a little more trendy and frequented but the surf conditions are still at their best, such as the spots around the city of Sydney and more remote places like Lennox, Byron Bay and Angourie.

Even more to the north, in Queensland surfers can enjoy such beautiful places as the Gold Coast, where surfing culture has taken root unlike anywhere else on the planet practically. Beach names like Surfers Paradise bear testament to the local obsession with the sport. Then, in northern Queensland, surfers can check out the natural phenomenon that is the Great Barrier Reed, one of the most spectacular natural formations in the world.

Finally, well to the south and amid truly icy waters, the surf spots of Tasmania are restricted to the genuinely brave of heart. The eastern beaches are the best, especially during mid-spring and summer.

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