Lennox Head
Lennox Head is one of Australia's most revered points—a long, bending right-hander that peels along a basalt boulder headland in northern NSW. When clean SE swells combine with SW winds, Lennox produces perfect walls and barrel sections that can run for over a kilometer. The wave is powerful, the rocks are real, and the local crew is tight. The headland offers a spectacular vantage point for watching sets roll in. This is genuine world-class point surfing in a beautiful setting, with all the challenges—crowds, localism, difficulty—that come with elite waves.
Lennox Head surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SE (137°)
- Direction range
- 69° - 150°
- Size range
- 1.4m - 4m
- Ideal size
- 2.6m - 3.4m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 198° - 270°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
Water temp
21°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
9/10
👥 Spring Break (Sep 26 – Oct 11) — expect extra crowds
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Lennox Head?
The Lennox Head profile favors mid tide, ideally between 0.5m and 1.5m 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 Lennox Head?
The Lennox Head profile uses wind from SW (225°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 198° to 270°. 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 Lennox Head?
The Lennox Head scoring profile favors swell from SE (69° to 150°), a swell-height range of 1.4m to 4m, and a reference period of 14s. 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 Lennox Head?
The main season at Lennox Head is May-Aug. A secondary window runs Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct. Winter SE swells. One of the best points in Australia.
How do I get to Lennox Head?
The spot profile lists BNK as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 20 minutes.
What kind of wave is Lennox Head?
Lennox Head is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: May-Aug
Secondary: Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct
Winter SE swells. One of the best points in Australia.
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