Torquay (Fisherman's Beach) surf report
Sheltered beach in Torquay, the gentlest waves on the Surf Coast and home to surf schools.
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Tomorrow at Torquay (Fisherman's Beach) (Sun, 4 Oct) · best 5am–6am
Fun.
Light cross-wind, chest-high waves. Rated for a beginner.
- South-south-westerly wind at 9 kn. That's cross-shore here, so expect a bit of texture.
- Waves around chest high (0.8m faces), a good size for a beginner.
- South-south-easterly swell at 9 seconds, an angle this spot likes.
- High tide and dropping at 5am, but this spot prefers mid tide.
- Wind swings south-south-westerly 9 kn around 6am, so it'll get choppy.
Forecast checked Sat, 3 Oct, 9:16 pm Gold Coast time.
When is Torquay (Fisherman's Beach) good?
- Best wind
- North-westerly (offshore) or none
- Best swell
- East to south-west
- Best tide
- Mid tide
- Suits
- Learner+
Who it suits depends on the size: learners up to about 1m, beginners up to about 1.3m, intermediates up to about 1.8m. Bigger than 1.8m it is for advanced surfers. Long-period groundswell hits harder, so it counts as bigger.
It is much smaller than the exposed beaches and needs a decent swell to get going. A north-westerly wind blows offshore here, so mornings before the sea breeze are usually cleanest. Get Frothin’ checks the wind, swell, tide and the live wave buoys every hour and tells you, in plain English, whether it's worth paddling out at Torquay (Fisherman's Beach) for your level.
Watch out
Cold water. Boats near the ramp.
Frequently asked
What are the best conditions for surfing Torquay (Fisherman's Beach)?
Torquay (Fisherman's Beach) is best with a north-westerly (offshore) wind or no wind, a east to south-west swell and mid tide. It is much smaller than the exposed beaches and needs a decent swell to get going.
What wind is offshore at Torquay (Fisherman's Beach)?
A north-westerly wind (NW) blows straight offshore at Torquay (Fisherman's Beach), holding the waves up and keeping them clean. Light winds are good too. Onshore winds make it choppy.
Is Torquay (Fisherman's Beach) good for beginners?
Yes. Torquay (Fisherman's Beach) is one of the better Surf Coast spots for learners on small days. Check today's call: on bigger days it gets busier and stronger.
What should I watch out for at Torquay (Fisherman's Beach)?
Cold water. Boats near the ramp.
Nearby breaks
- Jan Juc 2.9 km
- Winkipop 4.7 km
- Bells Beach 5.4 km