Duranbah Beach, located on the border of Queensland and New South Wales, is known for its outstanding scenery and the beautiful skyline of the Gold Coast. It is a popular spot for experienced surfers due to its good waves. The beach is well-protected and offers a clean stretch of sand, making it an ideal location for whale viewing during certain times of the year.
The beach is equipped with amenities such as showers, toilets, and changing rooms. There is also a car park available, although parking can be an issue on busy days. After storms, the beach often accumulates debris, most likely from run-off from the nearby Tweed River.
Despite these occasional challenges, Duranbah Beach is a beautiful spot for swimming, picnicking, and watching the sunrise. It is also a great place to watch surfers when the swell is up. However, it's worth noting that the beach may be closed after significant storms for safety reasons.
Duranbah Beach amenities include parking, toilet and shower.
Best restaurants near Duranbah Beach include Flame Restaurant, Twin Towns Clubs & Resorts, Gallura Italian + Pizzeria. Tweed Heads / Gold Coast, Tweed Heads Chinese Restaurant and Malaya Restaurant.
Visitor reviews highlight the breathtaking sunrise and the outstanding scenery as the most appreciated features of the beach. They also enjoy the beach for swimming, picnicking, and watching surfers. However, some visitors complain about the debris on the beach after storms and parking issues on busy days.
If you’re planning a trip to Duranbah Beach, consider staying in the nearby town of Coolangatta, which offers a range of accommodation options and is just a short drive away. Many visitors also choose to stay in Tweed Heads, which provides easy access to both the beach and the vibrant attractions of the Gold Coast.
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Latitude: -28.1675078 / Longitude: 153.5519344
Duranbah Beach is located in New South Wales. The following map of Duranbah Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 10.8°C/18°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 16.7°C |
| Sea Temperature | 20.5 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.5 m |
| Rain Chance | 100% |
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| Rainfall | 7.9 mm |
| Rain Duration | 10 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:32/17:12 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 0.7 hrs |
| UV Index | 4.2 |
| Cloud Cover | 85% |
| Speed | 14.5 km/h |
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| Gusts | 55.1 km/h |
| Direction | N |
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