Kirra Surf Spot, Australia
Australia
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Where is Kirra?
Kirra is a right-hand point break in Australia. Best season: Year-round, best in cyclone season (December to April). Level: Advanced. GPS: -28.1683, 153.5270.
| Location | Australia |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | -28.1683, 153.5270 |
| Wave type | Point break |
| Direction | Right-hand |
| Wave quality | World-class |
| Best season | Year-round, best in cyclone season (December to April) |
| Tide | All tides; best on a pushing tide |
| Consistency | Very consistent on swell |
| Skill level | Advanced |
| Crowds | Experienced crowd — respect the lineup and locals |
About This Break
Kirra is a right-hand point break at Coolangatta on Queensland's southern Gold Coast, Australia, at the end of the Superbank that starts at Snapper Rocks. When the sand is right, it throws some of the fastest, most hollow right-hand barrels in the world.
It works year-round, best in cyclone season from December to April. It breaks at all tides, best on a pushing tide. Kirra depends on sand: in some years it barely breaks, in others it runs perfectly for weeks.
This is an advanced wave, fast and crowded when it is on. Rocks and a current run along the point; on big days the sweep is strong. Beginners should look elsewhere on the southern Gold Coast.
Kirra and Coolangatta have apartments, units and houses within walking distance of the point, and Gold Coast Airport is a few minutes away. That makes Kirra one of the easiest places in Australia to live beside a world-class wave.
Local Knowledge
Rocks and a strong current along the point, especially on bigger swells. Very fast and crowded when it is working. For experienced surfers.
Kirra: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kirra surf break?
Kirra is at Coolangatta on Queensland's southern Gold Coast, at the north end of the Superbank that starts at Snapper Rocks.
Is Kirra good for beginners?
No. It is a fast, crowded barrel for advanced surfers. On small days there are softer beaches nearby.
When is the best time to surf Kirra?
The best season to surf Kirra is Year-round, best in cyclone season (December to April). Tide: all tides; best on a pushing tide. Consistency: very consistent on swell.
Can you buy property near Kirra?
Nothing is listed within 15 km of Kirra right now, but there is 1 property for sale elsewhere in Australia on International Surf Properties.
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