Kirra

Kirra is the spiritual home of surfing on the Gold Coast. Kirra Point, separating Kirra Beach to the north and Coolangatta Beach to the south is considered one of the world's premier surf breaks. Three-time Men's World Surf League Champion Mick Fanning is the marquee star of the famed Kirra Surfriders Club.

Kirra is surrounded by parklands that contain toilets, barbecues, tables, shade structures and beach showers. The Oceanway runs next to the beach for walkers, cyclists and skateboarders wanting to check the surf, get some exercise or take in the views.

Swimming

Make sure you swim in the patrolled area between the red and yellow flags. Kirra has one patrol location. At times, a patrol may be closed due to dangerous swimming conditions, unsafe beach conditions or beach maintenance works.

Tower 4

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Marine Parade, near Kirra Surf Life Saving Club
Patrolled by lifeguards between 8am and 5pm, every day all year round

Surfing

Kirra Point is part of the World Surf Reserve and is a popular with experienced board riders when big swells are running, producing a long, hollow, barrelling wave. When the swell is smaller, the break further north is suitable for intermediate board riders. Surfers should always assess conditions. If in doubt, don't paddle out. For more information, visit our Surfing page.

Facilities

To view the facilities available at this beach including accessibility features, use our interactive map.

    Dogs

    If you'd like to exercise your dog off-leash, there are plenty of designated areas across the Gold Coast – find one near you on the dog exercise area map.

    Please note: Dogs are prohibited within 200 metres of flagged swimming areas.

    Getting there

    Public transport Translink buses run along the Gold Coast Highway and Marine Parade at Kirra. Plan your trip using Translink's journey planner.
    Active travel Walk, run or bike ride to the beach. Plan your trip using our walking and cycling maps.
    Parking There are carparks at the Kirra and North Kirra Surf Clubs. On-street parking is available in surrounding streets. Take note of parking signs and/or line markings before heading to the beach.

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