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 a long way down the point. 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.
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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
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Lennox Head?
Lennox Head is a point break in Northern NSW, Australia, that mostly breaks right. It's on our list of the world's 100 best waves.
What's the story behind Lennox Head?
Captain Henry John Rous named Lennox Head in 1828, after his friend Charles Gordon-Lennox, 5th Duke of Richmond. Hang-gliders launch off the headland's 65 m cliff, which is also a lookout for dolphins surfing and the annual whale migration.
What swell works best at Lennox Head?
Lennox Head picks up swell from the ENE round to the SSE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SE. It starts working at around 1.4m and handles up to about 4m, with the sweet spot around 2.6 to 3.4m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s 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 Lennox Head?
A SW wind is dead offshore at Lennox Head, and anything from the SSW 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 Lennox Head?
Lennox Head is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.5m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Lennox Head?
The most reliable run of swell at Lennox Head comes May to Aug. There's a second window in Mar to Apr and Sep to Oct too. Winter SE swells. One of the best points in Australia.
How cold is the water at Lennox Head?
The water at Lennox Head averages around 21°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 Lennox Head good for beginners?
Not really. It's rated 7/10 for difficulty and suits experienced surfers. It gets busy (crowd 9/10), so mind the pecking order. Slippery rock entry. Tight local crew. Very crowded on good days.
How do I get to Lennox Head?
The nearest airport on our list is BNK, then it's roughly a 20-minute drive.
What other surf spots are near Lennox Head?
The closest breaks we track are Ballina South Wall (7.4 km), Broken Head (11 km) and Tallows Beach (15 km), handy when Lennox Head isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: May-Aug
Secondary: Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct
Winter SE swells. One of the best points in Australia.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Ballina South Wall
🌊 Richmond River setup • Consistent lefts • Northern Rivers character
Broken Head
🌿 Byron's step-up wave • Hollow reef right • Nature reserve setting
Tallows Beach
🧭 Byron's swell magnet • South-facing exposure • Cape Byron views
Wategos
🌊 Right-hand point • ENE swell magnet • Byron Bay
The Pass
✨ Byron's soul • Longboard paradise • Sunrise with dolphins
Evans Head
🏘️ Northern Rivers sleeper • Uncrowded beach breaks • Drive-past gem
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