Surf spot

Eimeo Point

Forecast conditions and map view for Eimeo Point in Australia, QLD, Far North West. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Australia, QLD, Far North West
Coordinates: -21.0326, 149.1744

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Wave height (m)	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.2	0	0	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.2	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.3	0.3	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.2	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.1	0	0	0	0	0	0.1	0.1	0.1	0	0	0.1	0.1	0.1
Wave direction	E	E	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	ESE	E	ESE	E	E	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	E	ESE	SSE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	ESE	SE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	E	ESE	ESE	ESE	NE	ENE	E	ENE	ENE	ENE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	ESE	E	E	SE
Wave period (s)	6.7	6.2	6.5	5.8	5.3	5.2	4.2	4.2	5	4.6	4.5	5.3	5	5	5.3	5.3	5.2	5	5	4.5	4.6	5	4.4	4.8	4.2	3.5	3.8	3.5	3.4	3.8	3.4	3.6	2.8	2.6	2.5	2.5	2.7	2.2	2.1	2	2	2.3	2.5	3	4.4	6	6.5	6.4	6.3	6.6	6.5	6.8	7.5	6.7	6.4	6
Wave energy (kJ)	1	0	1	0	1	1	1	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	1	1	1	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	2	2	1	0	0	2	2	3	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	1	0	1
Wind speed (km/h)	14.5	12.7	12	20.7	20.1	17.7	8.4	5.6	6.8	6.5	8.7	21	21.5	19.4	13.4	11.2	6.9	6.6	6.9	23.4	22.2	19.3	8.9	5.6	6.2	5.4	6	18.5	20	17.2	7.1	4.3	4.4	5.8	5.9	11.2	16	11.8	5.8	4.7	5.2	6.8	11.3	26.1	26.9	22.9	19.5	20.6	21.7	23.4	22.3	26.2	23.6	20.9	13.9	10.6
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Eimeo Point is a scenic surf break in Queensland, Australia, near Mackay on the central Queensland coast. It’s a headland/point-style wave that can pick up swell reasonably well and is known more for its local, laid-back feel than for heavy, world-class surf.

General surf description

Wave type: Point/reef-style break with occasional beach-break characteristics nearby
Best conditions: Works best with a clean swell and favorable winds, often when the ocean is not too big or too messy
Skill level: Generally better suited to intermediate surfers and above, depending on the day
Crowds: Usually not as crowded as major surf destinations, but local surfers may be present when conditions are good

What it’s like

Can offer clean, peeling rides when the swell angle lines up
The spot can be wave-rich at times, but quality depends heavily on tide, swell direction, and wind
The surrounding coastline is pretty exposed and scenic, with a relaxed North Queensland atmosphere

Hazards / things to watch

Rocks/reef may be present near the break, so watch your line and entry/exit points
Rips and currents can be strong depending on tide and swell
As with many Queensland spots, be mindful of marine hazards such as stingers in warmer months and general coastal wildlife

Best use

Eimeo Point is a good option if you’re exploring the Mackay region and want a more local, less-famous surf spot that can produce fun, clean waves under the right conditions.