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.
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Spot Details
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- 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
Access: Easy beach access from Greenmount headland. Heart of Coolangatta.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Greenmount?
Greenmount is a point break in Coolangatta, Australia, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Greenmount?
Greenmount picks up swell from the ENE round to the SE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the E. It starts working at around 0.5m and handles up to about 2m, with the sweet spot around 1.2 to 1.6m. Period matters too: aim for 11s or longer, as anything under 8s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Greenmount?
A SW wind is dead offshore at Greenmount, and anything from the S round to the W keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Greenmount?
Greenmount has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.4m to 1.4m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Greenmount?
The most reliable run of swell at Greenmount comes May to Aug. There's a second window in Mar to Apr and Sep too. Winter E-SE swells. Part of the Superbank system.
How cold is the water at Greenmount?
The water at Greenmount averages around 22°C, so you'll want a springsuit or 2mm. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Greenmount good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. It gets busy (crowd 8/10), so mind the pecking order. Very crowded. Part of the Superbank sand system.
How do I get to Greenmount?
The nearest airport on our list is OOL, then it's roughly a 10-minute drive. Easy beach access from Greenmount headland. Heart of Coolangatta.
What other surf spots are near Greenmount?
The closest breaks we track are Snapper Rocks (0.6 km), Duranbah (0.6 km) and Superbank (Maxing) (0.8 km), handy when Greenmount isn't working.
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