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Surf FX

3.9 — based on 17 community signals
4.3 12 especies 33 colaboradores

Surf FX is a year-round Gold Coast break accessible from Ferry Road. Consistent waves and local community support make it a reliable choice.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 6 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Shore entry

De un vistazo

Actividad
surf
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
8.4 kn
Olas
0.52 m
Agua
22.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: S (15%)
Now: WNW (291°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.64m

Próxima: Alta a las 04:00 (+0.66m)

+1.2 m0 m-0.5 m
▲ 04:00 · +0.66m ▼ 09:00 · -0.12m ▲ 16:00 · +1m ▼ 22:00 · -0.35m
Mié 4Jue 5Vie 6Sáb 7Dom 8Lun 9Mar 10
UV9.1 · very high Aire PM2.59 · good 04:52 18:07
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
11-04 8.8 0.56 9 0mm
11-05 11 0.72 9 0mm
11-06 8.7 0.92 8 0mm
11-07 11 0.72 9 2mm
11-08 15.2 1.28 7 1mm
11-09 9.7 1.16 8 0mm
11-10 10.7 0.68 9 2mm

About this spot

Surf FX sits near Ferry Road on Queensland's Gold Coast, a region known for reliable swell and warm water. The break works year-round, giving surfers plenty of opportunities to get in the water without seasonal restrictions. With 12 species observations logged and 3 community videos available, there's solid documentation of the break's character and local ecosystem. The spot sits outside marine protected areas, which simplifies access. Local surfers have built a modest community presence here, evidenced by user-generated content. The Gold Coast itself offers consistent groundswell from the Southern Ocean, particularly during autumn and winter swells, though conditions stay rideable throughout the year. Nearby amenities and the established local scene make Surf FX practical for visiting surfers. The area's popularity among residents means you'll find reliable beta from other water users. Whether you're after hollow barrels or shoulder-high cruisers, year-round conditions mean timing is flexible.

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Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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 Waning crescent · 38%
  • GPS
› Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 17495km · ~4024kg · €72

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 53/100
  • Visado: e-Visa · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 16h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 9h este · 6 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

›When is the best time to surf Surf FX?

Surf FX works year-round, so there's no dead season. Autumn and winter typically bring more consistent swell from Southern Ocean systems, but summer and spring still produce rideable waves.

›What's the skill level and wave size?

Data on difficulty and wave height isn't available. Check recent community videos and local reports before your first visit to gauge conditions and decide if the break matches your ability.

›What marine life have been recorded here?

Twelve species observations have been logged at the break. Consult local dive or marine records for a full species list and seasonal presence data.

›Do I need permits or special access?

Surf FX sits outside marine protected areas, so standard public beach access rules apply. Check with local Gold Coast authorities for any seasonal closures or local guidelines.

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

71 registros · 31 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Pedinogyra rotabilis

Gastropoda · Caryodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 ene 2026
×1registros

Porpita porpita

Hydrozoa · Porpitidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 ene 2026
×1registros

Stenopus hispidus

Malacostraca · Stenopodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
2 ene 2026
×1registros

Triboniophorus graeffei

Gastropoda · Athoracophoridae
GBIF
Última observación:
1 ene 2026
×2registros

Laevicaulis alte

Gastropoda · Veronicellidae
GBIF
Última observación:
1 ene 2026
×1registros

Ocypode cordimana

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
1 ene 2026
×1registros

Mictyris longicarpus

Malacostraca · Mictyridae
GBIF
Última observación:
1 ene 2026
×1registros

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 jul 2024
×1registros

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
12 oct 2023
×3registros

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
20 ago 2021
×1registros

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
23 sept 2020
×2registros

Galeocerdo cuvier

Tiger Shark
Elasmobranchii · Galeocerdonidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 feb 2020
×1registros
Profundidad:
15 m

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Surf FX Keahi De Aboitiz and Jon From Surf FX on the 2014 JP Surf Pro Paddleboards

Surf FX

Armstrong Surf Foilboard

Surf FX

Fanatic Allwave 2020

Surf FX

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "This is the office for Splatt Lawyers Gold Coast https://splattlawyers.com.au/personal-injury-compensation-law-firm-gold-coast/"

    marshall4065 · 2026-03-01
  • "A "water=culvert" is mapped here. Is there a waterway and a culvert?"

    chris2map · 2026-01-24
  • "Helensvale Library is NOT located within Westfield shopping centre, but on the opposite side of the GC Highway."

    kantheasian · 2025-10-29
wind peaks Oct-Jan-Dec, calmest Aug-Jul-Jun, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)

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