Sawtell
Coffs Harbour · Australia
Beach breakgood for beginners and intermediates
Beach with banks by the headland. Best wind — W.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | east |
| Working swell | from north — south |
| Coordinates | -30.3665, 153.103 |
FAQ
Is Sawtell good for beginners?
Yes, Sawtell works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Sawtell today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#coffs-harbour/sawtell. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Coffs Harbour
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- Park Beach — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Nambucca V-Wall — Beach break by the breakwater, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Scotts Head — Right-hand point, beginners and intermediates