Coolum Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Coolum Surf Guide
A pretty typical Sunshine Coast beach, Coolum features a handful of lineups, including Stumers Creek, Point Perry, Three Bays, and the main beach. The sand bars here are somewhat fickle, but can serve up fun barrels when they are on.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Coolum is an open beach break that ranges from user-friendly to large and hollow. The southern end of the beach is lifeguard patrolled.
Local Vibe
Doable
Committed surf community, plenty of space for everyone.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Can get busy, but it's a large beach with plenty of space to spread out.
Spot Rating
Fun
A high quality beach break.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Typical beach break paddle out.
Water Quality
Clean
Standard, beautiful Sunshine Coast water.
Hazards
Sharks, sunburn, jellies.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard, Skimming, Bodysurfing, Kiteboard
Access
Beachside parking, wheelchair accessible. Beach wheelchair available on weekends and public holidays.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
The Sunshine Coast is best during Australian summer and into spring. From December until May when the tropics are most active.
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