{"id":1061,"date":"2017-08-29T00:07:06","date_gmt":"2017-08-29T00:07:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/16-best-places-to-surf-in-australia\/"},"modified":"2022-08-08T23:24:24","modified_gmt":"2022-08-08T23:24:24","slug":"16-best-places-to-surf-in-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/16-best-places-to-surf-in-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"16 Best Places to Surf in Australia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With nearly 60,000km of coastline, Australia has some of the best surfing in the world. But how do you narrow down those thousands of kilometres to find the surf towns that are truly, unequivocally <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the best<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Well, we combed through over 300,000 social media posts\u2014from July 2016 to July 2017\u2014to find out what <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">locals <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">had to say. We found the locations that were generating the most buzz and created this definitive list of Australia\u2019s best surf towns, from the tip of Cape Range to the east coast of Tassie.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are the places with the most hype: they\u2019ve got awesome waves, laid-back beach bars, and last but certainly not least, passionate locals. Some of the classics definitely made the list, but others may surprise you. Whether you\u2019re looking for wild waves and incredible stories, or just want to stand up on a board without wiping out, we\u2019ve got the beach for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>1. Central Coast, NSW<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14868 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/02_resize_Avalon-Beach_417329284.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Its location halfway between<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/Sydney.d178312.Destination-Travel-Guides\"> Sydney<\/a> and Newcastle is convenient for day-trippers, but that\u2019s not the only reason Central Coast is one of Australia\u2019s most popular surf destinations. Check out these beaches for reliable waves for all experience levels.<\/p>\n<p><b>Avalon Beach<\/b>. Just 45km north of Sydney, this beach has waves from beginner to expert level, and longboarders love it, too. It\u2019s also produced champions like Ben Player\u2014no big deal.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Fuel up<\/i>: The Kiosk at Avalon on the Beach opens at 7am to feed the dawn patrol.<\/li>\n<li><i>Wind down<\/i>: The Surf Lounge at Avalon Beach RSL Club is open \u2018til 2am on weekends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Copacabana Beach<\/b>. Save this one for the pros\u2014this beach\u2019s ledge breaks form powerful, hollow waves that really rip. Head to the Bonnie Lookout if you just want to watch.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Fuel up: <\/i>Allagai Bay Caf\u00e9 serves up hearty brekkies like croissant French toast.<\/li>\n<li><i>Wind down: <\/i>Sundowners Bar &amp; Grill has the only tap beer in the area\u2014enough said.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/lp\/flights\/bne\/syd\/brisbane-to-sydney\">Check out our cheap flights from Brisbane to Sydney.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>2.\u00a0<b>Exmouth, WA<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14869\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/03_resize_Exmouth_83837149.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Exmouth may be best known for Ningaloo Reef and swimming with whales, but surfers know it for its beautiful coastline and gnarly waves. It\u2019s a great home base for exploring legendary spots like The Bommie, a left-handed ride on the peninsula\u2019s northern tip. Beginners can hook up with Exmouth Surf Centre and head to Wobiri Access Beach for lessons.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i>Fuel up<\/i>: Get your protein on with a breakfast wrap from Ningaloo Bakehouse &amp; Caf\u00e9.<\/li>\n<li><i>Wind down<\/i>: Live tunes and cold brews flow at Froth Craft Restaurant in the evenings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>3.\u00a0Yamba, NSW<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/04_resize_Yamba_652591426.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A stay in picturesque Yamba puts you in perfect proximity to some world-famous breaks. At Turners Beach, Mother Nature provides both left-hand breaks at the northern end, and rights at the southern end, while Yamba-Angourie Surf School provides the lessons for those just starting out. Nearby Angourie Point is a well-known right-hand point break, made famous by legend Nat Young.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Order the Big Breakfast at Pippi\u2019s Caf\u00e9, and you\u2019ll be set for the day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Keep the ocean theme going with oysters or salmon at Pacific Bistro.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>4. Kiama, NSW<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14871\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/05_resize_Kiama_402247270.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First things first\u2014stop in to see the friendly folks at Zink Surf to gear up and get some advice from a local. They might tell you to go north to The Farm in Killalea State Park, designated a National Surfing Reserve in 2009. Or, hit Werri Beach to the south for fun, clean breaks, good longboarding waves, and of course, the famous Werri Beach Fish Shop.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The Hungry Monkey was awarded \u201cMost Outstanding Caf\u00e9\u201d by the local business association.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: El Corazon\u2019s specials, like $3 tacos and tequila shots on Tuesdays, make it a popular spot.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Book <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/lp\/flights\/hba\/syd\/hobart-to-sydney\">cheap flights to Sydney from Hobart here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>5.\u00a0Bicheno, TAS<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14872\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/06_2_resize_Bicheno_496703173.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tasmania\u2019s Surf Coast runs from Bicheno to St. Helens Point, but you can just stick around Bicheno and shred the gnar. Example: 42 South Surf School does lessons right at Redbill Beach. Denison Beach is the place to go to get away from the crowds. It\u2019s got a carpark, but the amenities end there. Bring a buddy and get ready to go wild.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Blue Edge Bakery has handmade pastries and strong coffee ready to go at 6am.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sip and swirl local wines at The Farm Shed East Coast Wine Centre.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>6.\u00a0Victor Harbor, SA<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14873\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/08_resize_Victor-Harbor_Flickr.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><em>Photo via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/mcouper\/3158137169\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Flickr\/reggie35<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s no secret to the city dwellers of Adelaide\u201485km south lies Victor Harbor, a stretch of coastline that just about anyone can love. North of town, you\u2019ll find intense waves on Knights Beach, home of the Pro Bodyboarding Competition. To the south, experts can head to Waitpinga Beach, aka Waits, for consistently huge 3m waves. This beach can be isolated, so grab a friend, and stop by local favourite The Surf Shop for some supplies and advice.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Caf\u00e9 Bavaria near the Esplanade in town has a full menu available all day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Original Fish Shop has the best fish and chips this side of Kangaroo Island.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/lp\/flights\/mel\/adl\/melbourne-to-adelaide\">Planning a surf trip in Adelaide? Book cheap flights from Melbourne here.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>7. Wonthaggi, VIC<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14874\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07_resize_Wonthaggi_33795895.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Past the penguins of Phillip Island is the laid-back town of Wonthaggi, the perfect place to stay for surfing south of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/Melbourne.d178283.Destination-Travel-Guides\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Melbourne<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Hit up Vortex Surf for a new wetsuit, then head to the Eagles Nest. You\u2019ll find a point break so consistent, you\u2019ll wonder why there aren\u2019t more people around. Grommets will have a good time at Inverloch Surf Beach, with its sheltered beach, flat sandbar, and lessons from Offshore Surf School.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Get in the regional spirit at Mega Bites Caf\u00e9, which uses locally sourced ingredients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The sports bar at The Caledonian Hotel, aka \u201cThe Cally\u201d, has live music \u2018til 3am on Saturdays.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/lp\/flights\/syd\/mel\/sydney-to-melbourne\">Going surfing in Melbourne? Take a look at our cheap flights from Sydney.<\/a> Or take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/lp\/flights\/adl\/mel\/adelaide-to-melbourne\">cheapest flights from Adelaide to Melbourne<\/a>. Coming from Tassie? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/lp\/flights\/hba\/mel\/hobart-to-melbourne\">check out our cheap flights from Hobart to Melbourne<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>8.\u00a0Kalbarri, WA<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14875\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/09_resize_Kalbarri_Flickr.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><em>Photo via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/4nitsirk\/11903890215\/in\/photolist-j8UxQt-ai9uUH-2hLq4q-amfjvT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Flickr\/Kristina D.C. Hoeppner<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the vastness of Western Australia, 6 hours is a pretty short road trip\u2014and that\u2019s how long it takes to get from<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/Perth.d180013.Destination-Travel-Guides\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perth<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to Jakes Point, in Kalbarri. This storied left-hand wave breaks for up to 200m and frequently reaches 5m high \u2026 so it goes without saying that this one is for the pros. The experts at Kalbarri Jetty Surf can get you kitted out with all the latest gear.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bean Drifting caf\u00e9 is right on Jakes Point, with all the sweet views you\u2019d expect.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Head into Kalbarri for dinner at Dirt Dust N Diesels Outback Restaurant.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>9.\u00a0Ulladulla, NSW<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14876\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/10_2_resize_Ulladula_256744984.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it weren\u2019t for a smattering of guest houses, no one would know that Rennies Beach, Ulladulla, even existed. With consistent lefts and rights that break in almost any conditions, this beach is definitely a hidden gem\u2014and that\u2019s just the way the locals like it. Check the conditions or stop in to Southern Man Surf Shop for some advice\u2014on good days the waves can reach 5m high and 3m wide, with perfect hollow barrels.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Just a few blocks off the beach, Hayden\u2019s Pies opens at 6am for the early birds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The verandah at Elizans Wine &amp; Mezze Bar is especially relaxing after a long day.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>10.\u00a0Sunshine Coast, QLD<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14877\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/11_2_resize_Sunshine-Coast_672849994.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/Sunshine-Coast.d180069.Destination-Travel-Guides\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunshine Coast<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> isn\u2019t just for families with ankle biters looking to splash around\u2014those in search of serious rips can travel here from<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/Brisbane.d179993.Destination-Travel-Guides\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brisbane<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in just over an hour. Here are just a couple of its amazing beaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Caloundra. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Near Caloundra, Dicky Beach is popular with families and beginners, thanks to its great facilities and active surf lifesaving club. Moffat Beach, aside from being a pristine point break, is also home to the Ma and Pa Bendall Classic, the country\u2019s oldest surf competition.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The delish brekkie at Caf\u00e9 by the Beach involves fresh made muffins and buttermilk waffles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dicky Beach Surf Club serves dinner until 8:30pm and drinks at the bar until whenever people go home!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Peregian Beach<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Head north past the crowds of Coolum Beach and you\u2019ll find total serenity on Peregian. High tide brings fast and fun beach breaks to both the left and right, and this chilled out beach town has plenty of amenities.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Start the day with cheese and bacon pie at Peregian Beach Bakery\u2014you won\u2019t regret it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The bar at Peregian Beach Hotel is the place to be after the sun sets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>11.\u00a0Batemans Bay, NSW<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14878\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/12_2_resize_Batemans-Bay-Flickr.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><em>Photo via <a href=\"https:\/\/flic.kr\/p\/UuLH4n\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Flickr\/Andrew<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a surfer who lives in Canberra, Batemans Bay is for you. About 150km east of the capital, you can settle into your digs and reach multiple awesome breaks in just a few minutes. Broulee Beach features easy-breaking waves that provide a cruisey ride for longboarders, while Depot Beach has consistently awesome surf, but has remained under-the-radar.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Protein brownies from Nourish on North will definitely give you energy for the day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The huge menu at JJ\u2019s at the Marina can satisfy any post-surf craving.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>12.\u00a0Gold Coast, QLD<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14879\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/13_2_resize_Gold-Coast-Trover.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><em>Photo by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.trover.com\/d\/p1hE-snappers-rocks-main-beach-australia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Lauren Bath<\/a> via Trover<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No place in Australia is as famous\u00a0as the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/Gold-Coast.d180064.Destination-Travel-Guides\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gold Coast<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when it comes to surfing, and for good reason. Of course, there\u2019s<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/Surfers-Paradise.d6053088.Destination-Travel-Guides\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surfers Paradise<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but that\u2019s really a surf beach in name only. For the really good stuff, you\u2019ve gotta head south.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Duranbah and Snapper Rocks.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> D-bah is actually the northernmost beach in NSW\u2014in the summer, you can walk just a few metres north and find yourself in a different time zone in Queensland. Also to the north you\u2019ll find Snapper Rocks, the home break of champions like Mick Fanning. Grab a new rashie and leggie at HSD Kirra and get going.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Do some whale-spotting along with your coffee at Caf\u00e9 DBar in Coolangatta.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Recount the day\u2019s tales over small plates and sips at Bin 72.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Burleigh Heads<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This one is in the running for Australia\u2019s greatest surf break, period. First of all, it\u2019s beautiful: the Gold Coast skyline in the distance, the water that\u2019s practically neon blue. Second, The Point, at the southern end of the beach, creates long, spinning tubes that are out of this world.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Nook Espresso is so close to The Point, you can practically smell the fresh brewed coffee.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Stop into Burleigh Heads Hotel and see what\u2019s on\u2014it\u2019s probably live music!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>13.\u00a0Merimbula, NSW<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14880\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/14_2_resize_Merimbula-Flickr.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><em>Photo via <a href=\"https:\/\/flic.kr\/p\/cEvkZo\">Flikr\/Percita<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s always a good idea to explore the Sapphire Coast, and staying in Merimbula is really genius. The surrounding coastline is perfect for beginners, whether you pick up the gentle breaks of Tathra Beach and ride them straight into the sandy banks, or head south to Pambula Beach for a bit more of a challenge.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Toasty sourdough from Waterfront Caf\u00e9 provides the foundation on which a great day of surfing is built.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dinner in a garden with live music sounds like a great way to end the day, right? Dulcie\u2019s Cottage has you covered.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>14.\u00a0Esperance, WA<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14881\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/15_3_resize_Esperance_103183112.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Esperance is well-known to a certain kind of surfer: its relatively isolated location and incredibly scenic, rugged coastline definitely attract adventurous types. West Beach is fairly tame for the area, with consistent beach breaks that are better at low tide. Twilight Beach, however, is one for experts only. It\u2019s got strong, permanent rips with high waves that will have noobs bailing out in record time. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Every day is breakfast pie day at Aurelia&#8217;s Ice Creamery &amp; Caf\u00e9.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Have a chat\u2014and a pint\u2014with the friendly bartenders at Loose Goose Bar &amp; Restaurant.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>15.\u00a0<b>Streaky Bay, SA<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14882\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/16_2_resize_Streaky-Bay_246943807.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streaky Bay is a local\u2019s sort of place. Just friendly people, hanging out the pub, trading tales about fishing, hiking, and of course, surfing. Nearby Sceale Bay offers both beach and reef breaks, and as a bonus, it\u2019s one of Australia\u2019s cleanest beaches! Further south, Back Beach is about as secluded as it gets\u2014that is, if you can find it.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A coffee and a scone from Elliott&#8217;s Bakery &amp; Caf\u00e9 will put you in the Streaky Bay state of mind.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The bar at Streaky Bay Hotel is just \u201cStreaky Pub\u201d to the locals, so get it right.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>16.\u00a0Forster-Tuncurry, NSW<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14883\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/17_2_resize_Forster-Tuncurry_5014366.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, there really are this many amazing surf spots in New South Wales. In Forster-Tuncurry, the Tuncurry Breakwall\u2019s clean barrels and big swells will definitely impress you\u2014and have you wondering why this spot hasn\u2019t blown up yet. Better get here before it does! Forgot your surf leash? The friendly folks at Jungle Surf can help you out with that.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Rockpool Caf\u00e9 is your classic pre-surf kiosk\u2014grab a coffee and watch the sun rise.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wind down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: After your day of dropping in is done, head into town for a schooner and a laugh at Reef Bar &amp; Grill.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you made it all the way to the end of this without grabbing your board and packing up your steamer for a road trip, we\u2019re proud of you. But now that you\u2019ve got some new ideas in your head, what are you waiting for? 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