Angourie
Northern NSW Surf Spots
Surf Guide
Angourie Point is a small east-south-east facing rocky outcrop attached to the coast by a thin sand finger. The wave is a rock-bottom right-hand point attached to the north side of the headland. Angourie is one of the crown jewels of the Australian east coast, a perfect wave to practice any turn you want to explore in your surfing. The long right hander comes to life when waves come from anywhere from the northeast to the southeast. It becomes steeper and more hollow in east swells, and more sloped on larger south swells. The crowd can get heavy on weekends, and the locals rule the roost, but if you’re a respectful traveling surfer you will get your fill. On small days the point fills with beginners and people riding alternative surf craft, making it a great spot for a summer family beach day.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Wave quality tips toward higher skills.
Local Vibe
Doable
You'll know whom to avoid.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Locals tend not to touch it when it's onshore thus giving you the perfect opportunity to ride fun, empty(ish) waves.
Spot Rating
Perfect
Very high quality surf zone.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Lots of paddling on a good day.
Water Quality
Clean
Clear
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
South-east to north-east.
Wind
SW/W
Surf Height
Head-high to double overhead.
Tide
Lower-mid tides help set up the whole reef.