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Mt Woodgee

3.9 — based on 16 community signals
4.2 12 species 29 contributors

Mt Woodgee is a year-round Australian surf spot with accessible breaks and a growing community of local surfers documenting conditions.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Activity
surf
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
2.4 kn
Wave
1.04 m
Water
20.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SE (14%)
Now: N (351°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.45m

Next: High at 01:00 (+0.32m)

+1.0 m0 m-0.5 m
▲ 01:00 · +0.32m ▼ 07:00 · -0.04m ▲ 14:00 · +0.79m ▼ 21:00 · +0.05m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV7.45 · high Air PM2.512 · moderate 05:40 17:40
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 7.2 1.16 7 0mm
09-20 7.2 0.92 7 0mm
09-21 9 0.92 8 0mm
09-22 11.7 1.26 6 0mm
09-23 10.9 1.44 7 5mm
09-24 10.8 1.62 7 4mm
09-25 8.6 1.88 7 9mm

About this spot

Mt Woodgee sits on the Australian coast as a reliable surf destination open to year-round sessions. The break draws surfers of all backgrounds, and there's active community engagement—12 species observations and 3 community videos document what riders find in the water and on the face. The spot sits outside marine protected areas, giving surfers straightforward access without permitting restrictions. Local knowledge builds quickly here; the videos and observations from the community offer real-time intel on swell behavior, wildlife encounters, and optimal conditions. Whether you're scouting a new home break or passing through, Mt Woodgee's documented activity level signals a healthy, established crew. Water conditions and exact difficulty remain variable, so checking recent community uploads before you paddle out makes sense. The year-round window means you're never locked to a seasonal window—if swell shows up, you can be there.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🏄 Surfboard or rental confirmation
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type I · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 16633km · ~3826kg · €69

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 53/100
  • Visa: e-Visa · 90 days max
  • Flight: 16h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 9h east · 6 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to surf Mt Woodgee?

Mt Woodgee works year-round, so timing depends more on swell forecasts than season. Check community videos and local reports before your trip to catch the best conditions for your skill level.

What should I know about difficulty and wave type?

Exact difficulty ratings aren't documented for Mt Woodgee. Watch the 3 community videos available to gauge wave shape, power, and crowd dynamics before paddling out.

Will I see marine life at Mt Woodgee?

Yes—12 species observations are recorded at this spot. Community documentation shows what's in the water; review those sightings to know what to expect and how to share the break responsibly.

Do I need permits or is the spot in a marine reserve?

Mt Woodgee is not inside a marine protected area, so access is straightforward. No special permits are required to surf here.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Kirra Dive

7.3 km
4.7 (209 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 43+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

81 records · 29 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Jun 2025
×1records

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
15 Jun 2024
×1records

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
15 Sept 2023
×6records

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
27 Sept 2022
×2records

Galeocerdo cuvier

Tiger Shark
Elasmobranchii · Galeocerdonidae
OBIS
Last seen:
8 Sept 2020
×1records
Depth:
15 m

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
7 Aug 2019
×1records

Siphonophorae

Hydrozoa
OBIS
Last seen:
19 Sept 2016
×1records
Depth:
45 m

Thalia democratica

Thaliacea · Salpidae
OBIS
Last seen:
19 Sept 2016
×1records

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
27 Aug 2015
×1records

Carcharhinus leucas

Bull Shark
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Jun 2014
×3records

Carcharhinus leucas

Bull Shark
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
9 Sept 2013
×13records
Depth:
2–5 m

Carcharhinus leucas

Bull Shark
Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
14 Dec 2012
×23records
Depth:
2–5 m

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Mt Woodgee on TV3

Mt Woodgee Surfboards

Mt Woodgee Team at Work

MtWoodgeeDV

Mt Woodgee TV ad

Mt Woodgee Surfboards

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Need to fix the crossing details here when the aerial imagery updates."

    TheSwavu · 2026-02-24
  • "Posted speed was recently increased to 70km/h for a portion of Old Coach Road"

    RoadEngineering · 2025-12-30
wind peaks Oct-Sep-Nov, calmest Aug-Jul-Jun, dry Apr-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

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p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)

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