Currumbin Alley
Surf Guide
Visible from the Gold Coast Highway is Currumbin's famous point, The Alley. Nowhere near as famous as Burleigh, Kirra or Snapper, the Alley can be as good or better, particularly when it's big.Watch out for the rocks on the take-off and be careful negotiating the rock jump. If in doubt, paddle out from the beach on the south side.
Ability Level
All Abilities
BegIntAdv
Beginner|Intermediate|Advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
WelcomingIntimidating
Cooler than you'd think. A lot of longboarders on smaller days.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
MellowHeavy
Like everywhere on the Gold Coast, the place is swollen with surfboard owners.
Spot Rating
Fun
PoorPerfect
Long point with right sandbank set up.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
LightExhausting
Moderate to strong. Cyclone-induced rips.
Water Quality
Clean
CleanDirty
Clean most of the time
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
ENE, E, SE, SSE
Wind
SW-W
Surf Height
waist high-double overhead
Tide
Low tide.