Agnes Water Beach

Hit the ocean swells on the most northerly surf beach on Australia’s east coast and explore seaside villages, scenic camping spots and pristine protected foreshore.

Agnes Water Beach is a surf-rippled stretch of coast that extends from the laid-back township of Agnes Water to the rolling dunes of Round Hill in the north. Explore 3.4 miles (5.5 kilometers) of wild surf coast, which spans from the gentler swells fronting Agnes Water to the bigger breaks rolling into the northerly end of the beach. Agnes Water Beach is the last surf beach heading north before the mighty expanse of the Great Barrier Reef protects the shoreline from ocean waves. Beginners and seasoned surfers will find suitable breaks on this long beach.

Approach the beach from the township of Agnes Water to find fun waves for beginners curling into the southerly point. Wax up your board and head out into the waves, making the most of the left and right peaks that break along the beach. If you are more experienced and the swell is a little larger, you can check out the right point break that has locals on the water as soon as it appears.

There’s plenty of space for swimmers, too. You can swim with the safety of lifeguard patrol in front of the Surf Lifesaving Club on Sundays and public holidays between September and May. Go for a stroll along the golden sands and check out the dunes that stretch along the foreshore. To the south, there is a scenic foreshore reserve where you can pitch a tent and camp overnight. Go to sleep with the sound of the gentle waves and wake up to a new day of perfect surf breaks.

If you are up for an adventure, drive south of Agnes Water to reach the wild beaches that front Deepwater National Park. Be careful when swimming in areas other than the Agnes Water main beach, however, as rip currents can be hazardous.

Agnes Water Beach stretches between the point of Agnes Water to the south and Round Hill to the north. Public restrooms are available at the southerly end of the beach and the Surf Lifesaving Club, located 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) north of the point. The town of Agnes Water has plenty of shops, cafés, surf shops and pubs within walking distance.