Tallebudgera Beach
Tallebudgera or 'Tally' is at the northern end of Palm Beach and joins the creek of the same name. The Tallebudgera Surf Club overlooks the beach and has views to the lush Burleigh Headland in the north. The beach is a top spot for dog owners, as there's an off-leash area adjacent to the training wall at the northern end. Tallebudgera Creek, around the corner from the beach, is one of the Gold Coast's most iconic natural spots. It's sheltered, crystal clear waters flanked by Burleigh Heads National Park, are popular with locals looking to picnic, swim and paddleboard.
There is a popular park in front of the Tallebudgera Surf Club that contains toilets, barbecues, tables, shelters, playgrounds and beach showers. There is another park with toilets, changerooms and a playground alongside Tallebudgera Creek.
Swimming
Make sure you swim in the patrolled area between the red and yellow flags. Tallebudgera has one patrol location. At times, a patrol may be closed due to dangerous swimming conditions, unsafe beach conditions or beach maintenance works.
Tower 16
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Near Tallebudgera Surf Lifesaving Club
Patrolled by lifeguards between 8am and 5pm, every day all year round
Surfing
Tallebudgera is part of the World Surfing Reserve. This beach is subject to an increase in wave energy due to the reduced sheltering effects of Snapper Rocks and the orientation of the coast, which tends to be more easterly.
There are beach breaks along most of the beach offering plenty of waves for keen surfers or clubbies. Beware of the Tallebudgera Creek entrance and fast-moving tidal surges. 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 through Broadbeach. 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 a car park at the surf club and creek, as well as some on-street parking on the western side of the Gold Coast Highway. Take note of parking signs and/or line markings before heading to the beach. |