North Shore Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
North Shore Surf Guide
Another reasonably exposed Sunshine Coast beachbreak, there's a good chance you may be able to score a peak to yourself around North Shore. A bit fickle, the area prefers small, peaky swells with offshore winds.
Ability Level
All Abilities
BegIntAdv
Beginner to advanced depending on size
Local Vibe
Doable
WelcomingIntimidating
Rips can get fast.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
MellowHeavy
Moderate
Spot Rating
Poor
PoorPerfect
Usually a below average spot.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
LightExhausting
Moderate.
Water Quality
Clean
CleanDirty
Clean
Hazards
Sharks, currents.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish
Access
Walk north up the beach from Port Macquarie.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Winter
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