Surfers Paradise
Beach restoration works
Works are underway in front of the Surfers Paradise esplanade and concrete areas to prevent further damage from high tides and swell conditions following Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Pedestrian access will be limited along the pedestrian area of the esplanade and some areas of Surfers Paradise beach will be closed during works.
Surfers Paradise or 'Surfers' is known for its iconic sand, sun and surfing lifestyle. From Northcliffe to Narrowneck, this stretch of Gold Coast beach is a famous tourist destination.
Swimming
Surfers Paradise Beach has 4 patrolled lifeguard towers:
- Tower 31 — Wharf Road
Patrolled by lifeguards between 8am and 5pm, every day all year round
- Tower 34 – Surfers Paradise, The Esplanade / Cavill Avenue
Patrolled by lifeguards between 8am and 5pm, every day all year round
- Tower 35 – The Esplanade / Elkhorn Avenue
Patrolled by lifeguards between 8am and 5pm, every day all year round
- Tower 36 – The Esplanade / Staghorn Avenue
Patrolled by lifeguards between 8am and 5pm, every day all year round
Make sure you swim in the patrolled area between the red and yellow flags.
Surfing
Wave quality along this stretch can be highly variable depending on prevailing swell direction, wind, tide and sand bar formation. Surfers should always assess conditions and 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
The beach from Lifeguard Tower No. 37 at Higman Street, south to Lifeguard Tower No. 33 at Clifford Street, is a dog prohibited area. Dogs are also prohibited within 200 metres of all flagged bathing areas.
Dogs must always be on leash unless in a signed designated off leash area. Tough penalties apply. View prohibited areas or search for a designated off leash exercise area on our dog exercise area map.
Getting there
| Public transport |
Translink buses run along The Esplanade. The G:link light rail also runs through the main stretch of Surfers Paradise. 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 is limited parking at the surf club. On-street parking is available in surrounding streets. Take note of parking signs and/or line markings before heading to the beach. |
About Surfers Paradise Beach
In 1953, the first high-rise building was constructed and paved the way for the distinctive skyline of Surfers Paradise we know today.
Renowned for its golden beaches and world-class surf breaks, Surfers Paradise hosts prestigious surf life saving competitions as well as artistic, cultural and community events throughout the precinct. The foreshore is always bustling with walkers, cyclists and skateboarders. You can also play beach volleyball with nets we provide. There are beachfront markets every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evenings between 4pm and 9pm.
There is a popular foreshore area in front of Surfers Paradise Beach with toilets, benches and beach showers. The Oceanway runs along this strip of beach and there's plenty of bike parking.