Surf spot

end wedge

Forecast conditions and map view for end wedge in Australia, QLD, Gold Coast. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Australia, QLD, Gold Coast
Coordinates: -28.1710, 153.5561

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Wave energy (kJ)	87	89	88	111	97	93	89	43	43	67	72	68	65	61	58	56	54	50	49	43	40	39	32	33	29	24	25	24	22	21	19	20	20	19	17	13	10	7	12	15	164	156	151	85	95	81	84	96	77	64	58	53	46	41	35	33
Wind speed (km/h)	5.5	7.3	6.9	10.9	8.7	11.7	4.8	5.4	6.1	6.1	4.9	8.4	13.4	10.6	2.9	4.9	5.7	5.9	4.3	7.2	11.3	8.7	4	4.9	4.9	4.1	4.6	11.4	15.4	12.3	9.6	10.4	10.1	4.5	7.5	15.5	21.6	20.2	18.8	17.5	13.9	12.2	12.9	17.4	20.2	18.4	15.4	12.8	11.1	9.2	9.3	11.6	9.5	10.3	6.9	6.1
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End Wedge is a Gold Coast, Queensland surf spot known for its sharp, wedging takeoff and often fast, punchy waves when conditions line up. Like many Gold Coast breaks, it works best with the right combination of sandbank shape, swell direction, and light winds.

What it’s like

Wave type: Often a steep, hollow wedge or short, energetic wall depending on sand movement.
Best conditions: Usually prefers a clean groundswell, offshore to light wind, and a bank that creates a good wedge on takeoff.
Skill level: Generally better suited to intermediate to advanced surfers, especially when it’s fast or barrelling.
Crowds: Can get busy if it’s firing, especially with the Gold Coast’s strong surf culture and many local surfers around.

What to expect

Quick takeoff: The wave can stand up suddenly, so timing matters.
Powerful sections: Can produce a fast, make-or-break section rather than a long cruisy ride.
Variable setup: Like many beachbreaks on the Gold Coast, it can change a lot with tides and sand movement.

Surfing tips

Check it before paddling out, because the bank can change after big swells.
Watch for strong currents and rips, especially on bigger days.
If it’s wedging hard, be ready for a snappy bottom turn or immediate drop.