Point right · Sunshine Coast · Intermediate → Advanced
Forecast for Tuesday 1 September
Intermediate : Slim pickings. Only if you're desperate. — Best window: 15h–17h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
A rocky point off Alexandra Headland's cape, treated as its own break, distinct from Alexandra Headland and Maroochydore Beach. The wave's direction (a right) is inferred from the headland's orientation, not confirmed by sources.
Surfable all year. Autumn (Sep-Nov) is the best season: powerful swells, water still mild, less crowd.
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
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 The Bluff, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
The Bluff is rather recommended for intermediate surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
The ideal wind at The Bluff comes broadly from South-West: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around The Bluff, you can also check conditions at Ouano, URBNSURF, Île des Pins. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.