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The Spit Mooloolaba

Left and right-26.6827, 153.1319

Overview

Quality
Normal
Crowd
Softboard and beginner, Short, Mid and retro, Longboard
Experience
Good for all levels (Good for beginners)
Bottom
Sand

About this Spot

The Spit Mooloolaba is a surf spot located in Queensland, Australia, between Point Cartwright and Mooloolaba Beach. The spot features a sand bottom and is suitable for all levels of surfers, including beginners (when small). The surf here is consistent, with waves usually ranging from 1 to 1.5 meters and sometimes reaching up to 3 meters during bigger swells. The spot provides both left and right waves. The best surf forecast for The Spit Mooloolaba is when swells come from the northeast, east, or southeast, with a minimum swell height of 4 feet, and the best wind direction is from the east, southeast, or south. The break works on all tides and is good for a variety of boards, including shortboards, mid and retro boards, and longboards. The length of the ride is usually less than 50 meters. The area can get crowded, especially on weekends, so it’s important to respect the locals and always check the surf etiquette when the spot is busy.Check your skills before paddling out, be sure that the spot and conditions match your level. The spot is close to other surf locations like Point Cartwright, Mooloolaba, Dedis, The Bluff, and Alexandra Headlands. The Spit is also used for other activities such as dragon boat racing, paragliding, and yacht racing. The area is patrolled by lifeguards and has convenient access with parking available along Parkyn Parade. The beach is backed by parklands and sand dunes.

Optimal Conditions

Best Swell
NE, E, SE
Swell Direction
18°-146°
Best Wind
E, SE, S
Wind Direction
84°-208°
Best Tide
All tides are good
Best Size
Good from
Wave Length
< 50m
Frequency
Regular (40 between and 150)

Location

Coordinates

-26.682675° N, 153.131851° W

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