Adelaide Beaches

Best beaches and surf in and around Adelaide

One way to find relief from the scorching sun in the heat of summer is to visit one of Adelaide’s many beaches or surf locations.  The Adelaide region boasts some of the finest in Australia. The beaches are clean with beautiful white sand and crystal clear water. Whether you want to sunbathe, surf, snorkel or swim, the beaches here will cater to your every whim. During the summer months most beaches are patrolled, so swim with confidence between the red and yellow flags.

It’s not easy to get a tip for the best surf beach from a born and bred Adelaide surfer. They like to keep their local knowledge … local. But for sheer convenience some would say the top surf beach is right in the city’s front yard – West Beach. Only 10km from Adelaide city centre, West Beach is actually 135 hectares of parklands, and surfing is only one of many activities found here including sailing, golfing and fishing.

The southern coastal suburb of Glenelg includes Aldinga Beach, Maslin Beach and Moana Beach. There are also several good surfing spots as you head south including Christies, Seaford and Moana.

If you decide on a road trip then take a picnic, as there are numerous BBQ and splendid parks with tables and bathroom facilities dotted along the coast. Or if you’d like to support the local eateries there are beachside café’s, restaurants and bars. There are also some excellent deep-sea fishing spots to be found for some superb Snapper catches!

But for the more advanced or adventurous surfer then head down to Victor Harbour and surrounds. An 80km drive from Adelaide; you will find a variety of good breaks particularly at Waitpinga and Parsons (both south west of Victor Harbour). These beaches are not patrolled by lifeguards, so keep the wipe outs to a minimum! Knights Beach near Port Elliot also has good waves, as recognised by a pro body-boarding event that has been held here in the past.