Beach break · Sunshine Coast · Beginner → Advanced
Forecast for Tuesday 1 September
Intermediate : Nothing to surf today. Rest those arms.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
The Cotton Tree stretch at the north end of the sand spit, distinct from Alexandra Headland and The Bluff further south. A beach break in its own right on the same shore.
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
At Maroochydore, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Maroochydore is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
The ideal wind at Maroochydore comes broadly from West: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Maroochydore, you can also check conditions at Ouano, URBNSURF, Île des Pins. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.