Surf spot

Elliott Heads

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

Country: Australia, QLD, North West
Coordinates: -24.9202, 152.4925

Metric
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Wave period (s)	3.5	4.8	4.8	5	5	5.2	4	5	4.9	5	4.8	4.8	5.2	2.8	4	2.4	4.8	2.1	4.7	4.3	4.2	4.4	4.6	5	3.6	5	5	4.5	5	5.2	5.2	4.1	5.1	4.4	4.3	5	5	5	5	4.7	4.4	5	4.8	4.7	4.7	4.6	3.9	3.6	2.5	3.1	4	3.8	3.9	4.2	3.6	3.4
Wave energy (kJ)	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	1	2	1	2	0	2	2	2	3	2	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1	1	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	0	0	1	1	0	1	0	1
Wind speed (km/h)	12.1	12.1	13	18.7	19.7	20.3	21.1	18.6	12.3	12.3	11.7	17.9	18.2	17.7	16.7	16.6	10.6	7.1	7.9	10.7	11.8	12.5	11.4	7.2	5.9	6.1	9.2	6.3	4.6	28.9	29.1	32.5	27.8	24.7	22	25.8	34.1	35.1	32.3	22.3	21.1	16.6	14.8	22.7	23.2	22.1	20.5	14	8.8	9.9	8.2	8.6	14	14.7	11.2	4.8
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Elliott Heads, QLD (North West) is a small beachside surf spot near Bundaberg on Queensland’s central coast. It’s known more for its relaxed, local feel than for heavy waves.

What it’s like

Wave type: Mostly soft, beachbreak conditions with a mix of sandbars and changing peaks.
Consistency: Can be fickle, with quality depending a lot on swell direction, tide, and sand movement.
Best for: Beginners to intermediate surfers, longboarders, and anyone looking for mellow, cruisy sessions.
Crowds: Usually less crowded than major Queensland surf towns.

Conditions

Wind/swell: Works best with light offshore winds and a decent easterly or north-east swell.
Tide: Tide can make a big difference — often cleaner and more shapeable around mid tide, but this can vary.
Hazards: Sandbanks can shift quickly, and rips may form after stronger swell or heavy rain.

Vibe

Elliott Heads has a quiet coastal atmosphere with a scenic shoreline and a laid-back local community feel. It’s a good option if you want a low-key surf away from busier breaks.