beachday
Gold Coast (4225)
Patrol
Type
Gold Coast Beaches
About the Region
The Gold Coast is famous for its long sandy beaches, world-class surf breaks, and vibrant beach culture. Find 18 beaches across 14 suburbs.
What Makes It Special
- •57km of continuously patrolled beach - one of the longest stretches of patrolled surf in the world
- •Hinterland escarpment 30 minutes inland - Springbrook, Lamington, and Tamborine for waterfalls and ancient rainforest
- •World-class theme parks, casino, and nightlife within walking distance of the beach at almost every suburb
Best Time to Visit
March to May for warm water and reliable surf without the Christmas–January tourist surge. Schoolies in late November brings a very different energy. The Gold Coast works year-round but autumn is the sweet spot - warm water, clean swell, fewer crowds.