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Kemp Beach

Beach break · QLD-Central · Beginner → Intermediate

Reading the tides…

Kemp Beach surf today

Forecast for Wednesday 14 October

Intermediate : Dark out. No good session in sight tomorrow.

Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)

  • Beginner —
  • Intermediate —
  • Waves 0.4 m · 4 s period
  • Wind NE 8 km/h (gusts 37 km/h)
  • Tides: ▽ 05:00 · ▲ 12:00 · ▽ 18:00

About this spot

A beach between the Double Head and Bluff Point headlands, near Yeppoon. Low, easy waves — good for beginners.

QLD-CentralBeach breakBeginner → IntermediateN → SE swell

Spot photos

Kemp Beach surf todayHourly score, tides and today's best session window.→

Kemp Beach in detail

Beginner → Intermediate

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 Kemp Beach

What tide is best for surfing Kemp Beach?

At Kemp Beach, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.

Is Kemp Beach suitable for beginners?

Kemp 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 Kemp Beach?

The ideal wind at Kemp Beach comes broadly from South-West: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.

What surf spots are near Kemp Beach?

Around Kemp Beach, you can also check conditions at Farnborough, Moore Park Beach, Nielsen's Beach. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.