Australia QLD, Australia
A right-handed point break on the coast of Australia QLD.
| Wave height | 2.3 ft (1-3 ft) |
| Swell period | 8 sec |
| Swell direction | 151° |
| Wind | SSW cross/onshore 8.2 kt |
| Tide | mid / optimal |
| Surf score | 56 / 100 |
Burleigh Heads is a right-handed point break on the coast of Gold Coast, Australia. On the right day, the ideal swell window runs from E–SE (80–140°); groundswell with periods around 8–14s gives it the most shape; the wave is comfortably workable up to roughly 10 ft on the face. Best winds are W or SW, with NW or N still rideable. The wave is highly tide-sensitive - a small change in tide height can switch it on or off. The sweet spot in our data sits between roughly 0.2 m and 1.2 m of tide height. Consistency is moderate - good days come in pulses tied to incoming swells. Expect warm, boardshort-friendly water. Expect a packed, competitive lineup whenever it is on. Logistically, it is about 25 minutes from OOL airport. It is best suited to surfers with a few seasons of overhead experience who can pick their lines under pressure. Board-wise, locals lean on shortboard.
The best window is typically Feb–Jun, when swells from E–SE (80–140°) are most consistent.
In our data the spot is workable up to roughly 10 ft on the face on the right swell and wind, beyond which it usually becomes unmanageable or closes out.
It can be friendly on small days, but the lineup is usually competitive and not the best fit for first-timers.