North Kirra
North Kirra Beach, north of Coolangatta Creek, is one of the most protected beaches on the Gold Coast from the dominant southeast swell. As such, the beach here tends to be wide and much quieter than the other southern beaches.
Swimming
Make sure you swim in the patrolled area between the red and yellow flags. North 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 5
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Pacific Parade, near North Kirra Surf Life Saving Club
Patrolled by lifeguards between 8am and 5pm, every day between November and April and during school holidays
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: This beach has a dog prohibited area. 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. |