Duranbah Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SE
Wind
WNW/W/WSW
Surf Height
Shoulder high-overhead+
Tide
Mid to high
Duranbah Surf Guide
D-Bah is just across the Queensland/NSW border and situated near the mouth of the Tweed River. An offshore sandbar breaks up the swell to produce consistent A-frame beachbreak peaks that can, banks depending, be world-class. Better and more consistent, even, than the famous Hossegor sand pipes. That said, it's no Puerto Escondido - it can't handle anything over five-foot.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced depending on size
Local Vibe
Doable
Too crowded to control much. Snappers crowd comes round when seeking a beachbreak. Angry bodyboarders at the northern end.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Heavy
Spot Rating
Fun
Dependant on banks.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Light to moderate.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean
Hazards
Sharks and crowds.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Bodyboard
Access
Beach car park. Can get so crowded you might have to park on the hill at Point Danger.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Year-round
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