Culburra Beach
Beach break · Wollongong - Shoalhaven · Beginner → Advanced
Culburra Beach surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Slim pickings. Only if you're desperate. — Best window: 6h–9h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner 23
- Intermediate 18
- Advanced —
- Waves 1.0 m · 7 s period
- Wind E 14 km/h (gusts 42 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 05:00 · ▲ 12:00 · ▽ 19:00
About this spot
Two surf beaches on the Shoalhaven coast, facing different ways. Patrolled in summer, one or the other works.
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Culburra Beach in detail
Beginner → Advanced
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Culburra Beach
What tide is best for surfing Culburra Beach?
At Culburra Beach, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Is Culburra Beach suitable for beginners?
Culburra Beach is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
What wind is ideal for Culburra Beach?
The ideal wind at Culburra Beach comes broadly from West: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Culburra Beach?
Around Culburra Beach, you can also check conditions at Cave Beach, Kiama Surf Beach, Bombo Beach. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.