Thirteenth Beach is a long stretch of sand near Barwon Heads that offers multiple peaks and consistent waves. The beach is more exposed than the town beaches of Torquay and Jan Juc, meaning it picks up swell when other spots are flat. The sandbars shift regularly, so checking multiple spots along the beach is recommended. When small to medium swells hit with light winds, Thirteenth Beach offers fun, rippable waves suitable for all abilities. It's a staple of the Melbourne surf scene and often the go-to when conditions are marginal elsewhere.
Water temp
15°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Easy beach access from multiple carparks.
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct, Nov
Works year-round. More consistent than town beaches.
Verified by Surfline, Victorian surf reports
How well swell angle matches the spot
Wave height in the ideal range
Each spot has different period requirements. Points and reefs can handle longer periods than beaches.
Offshore/glassy conditions