Greenmount
Greenmount is the picturesque headland break at the heart of Coolangatta's surfing world, forming a key link in the legendary Superbank system. When E-SE swells push sand along the coast, waves can connect from Rainbow Bay through Greenmount and down to Snapper Rocks, creating some of the longest rides in Australia. Even without the full Superbank connection, Greenmount delivers fun, peeling right-handers that wrap around the headland. The views from the hill are iconic, and the surrounding cafes and parks make it the social heart of Gold Coast surfing.
Greenmount surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
Today's Conditions
Find FlightsLocation & Conditions
Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows
Tide times today
Strike Score Breakdown
Plan Your Strike
Return flights to OOL, departing today with a 5-day trip window.
Search Flights on SkyscannerLocation & Conditions
Know when Australia is about to fire
Get the best strike windows in Australia — and worldwide — in your inbox every Monday & Thursday. Live Strike Scores, the swell behind them, zero fluff.
Get the full Greenmount trip window
Pro unlocks the 10-day forecast window, unlimited alerts, and custom spot tracking that help turn a good-looking surf report into a better travel decision.
10-day window
See the trip window before flights get expensive.
Unlimited alerts
Let the app watch your score threshold for you.
Custom spots
Track the breaks that actually matter to your travel plans.
Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (100°)
- Direction range
- 60° - 145°
- Size range
- 0.5m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.2m - 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 11s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 190° - 260°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.4m
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
8/10
👥 Spring Break (Sep 26 – Oct 11) — expect extra crowds
Access: Easy beach access from Greenmount headland. Heart of Coolangatta.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Greenmount?
The Greenmount profile favors the recorded tide range, ideally between 0.4m and 1.4m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Greenmount?
The Greenmount profile uses wind from SW (225°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 190° to 260°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Greenmount?
The Greenmount scoring profile favors swell from E (60° to 145°), a swell-height range of 0.5m to 2m, and a reference period of 11s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Greenmount?
The main season at Greenmount is May-Aug. A secondary window runs Mar, Apr, Sep. Winter E-SE swells. Part of the Superbank system.
How do I get to Greenmount?
The spot profile lists OOL as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 10 minutes. Easy beach access from Greenmount headland. Heart of Coolangatta.
What kind of wave is Greenmount?
Greenmount is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: May-Aug
Secondary: Mar, Apr, Sep
Winter E-SE swells. Part of the Superbank system.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Snapper Rocks
🦘 Superbank starting point • 2km rides possible • Gold Coast icon
Duranbah
🧲 Gold Coast swell magnet • Punchy A-frames • Pro training ground
Superbank (Maxing)
🌊 2km connected rides • Cyclone swells only • 500-surfer zoo
Kirra
🏆 Australia's barrel queen • Superbank's finishing move • Sand politics drama
Fingal Head
🌋 Basalt reef right • Australia's Giants Causeway • Ancient lava break
Burleigh Heads
💪 Gold Coast power • Boulder point perfection • Don't drop in on the locals