Aragunnu Beach (Bermagui)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Aragunnu Beach is an exposed, natural beach break on the Sapphire Coast area, known for offering consistent surf over the year. The spot works best when the swell comes in from the southeast and when wind is aligned for offshore conditions (north through north-west). Summer can be mostly flat, so autumn is generally the most reliable time to find clean, rideable waves. Wave shape is commonly described as peeling (with some reports noting mixed character), and the break can provide both left and right-handers. Wave power is typically moderate, but very large swells may become heavy and more prone to closing out, so conditions can change quickly as sandbar shape and swell size evolve. Hazards are a key consideration here: the beach environment includes rocks at/near the ends of the launch area and sea urchins in the coastal zone, along with sharks. Rip currents can also be present—especially near the rock areas—so entrants should be cautious and avoid being funneled toward hazards. The beach is within Mimosa Rocks National Park and is described as relatively remote and rarely crowded. Plan for self-sufficiency: there are no on-site shop facilities, mobile reception can be spotty in the park, and the nearest medical services are in Bega. Follow park regulations and bring appropriate gear for the conditions.
- Exposed beach break with consistent surf potential.
- Often quiet/rarely crowded.
- Autumn (notably April) commonly provides the best combination of clean waves and favorable wind.
- Consistent exposed beach break with year-round surf potential.
- Best conditions often align in autumn (especially April).
- Typically quiet and rarely crowded.
- Exposed conditions can make waves and landing less predictable.
- Rocks, sea urchins, and shark presence increase risk.
- Rip currents can occur near rocks.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N
- Offshore directions
- N
- Reliability
- 42% blown, 29% clean in April
- Best Months
- April
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Some sources also describe it as small-to-medium depending on conditions.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach with rocky sections at either end.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Rocky ends and submerged reefs can make entry and positioning more involved.
Through the year
Usually quiet; slightly higher visitor numbers during summer school holidays.
East Coast Lows can bring heavy rain and extreme swell, most common between June and August.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed beach break with consistent surf year-round and both left and right-handers. Summer can be mostly flat; optimal results are typically in autumn when groundswell is more dependable.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- SE
- Optimal Tide
- All tides
- Shelter
- Exposed — Open exposed beach break; generally exposed to prevailing swell and wind.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore in North and North West winds; cross-shore in North East or South winds.
- Bigger Swell
- Can become heavy and prone to closing out during very large swells.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Quality varies from average to good depending on swell and wind alignment.
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Mixed character reported, with peeling tendencies.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peeling to mixed peel depending on conditions.
- Ride Length
- Short — Ride length described as short.
- Ride Length Details
- Typical rides are short, with longer possibilities depending on swell size and sandbar shape.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Aragunnu Beach (Bermagui) in the full forecast view.
Aragunnu Beach (Bermagui) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–13 ktsGusts 26 kts
- Direction
- ENE78°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2513 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.8–2.1 m8s period
- Temperature
- 11–30 °C
Over the next 7 days, Aragunnu Beach (Bermagui) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 26 kts. The prevailing direction is ENE. Waves run 0.8–2.1 m with a period of about 8s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Rocks
- Sharks
- Sea urchins
- Rip currents
- Remote location
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards indicated for the spot.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No spot-level rescue availability indicated; regional coverage may exist but is not confirmed for this exact beach launch.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospital is in Bega; mobile reception can be spotty in the park. Emergency services are reached via 000.
Rules of the spot
Park regulations apply within Mimosa Rocks National Park.
- Located within Mimosa Rocks National Park; park regulations apply.
- Rarely crowded.
- Summer tends to be mostly flat.
- Check sandbar conditions as they shift after storms.
- Bring all necessary supplies as there are no shops nearby.
- Follow park rules within Mimosa Rocks National Park.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Bega
- Nearest Town
- Bermagui
- Nearest Airport
- Merimbula Airport (MIM)
- Parking
- Available at the day-use area and near the campground.
- Public Transport
- Limited regional bus services connect Bermagui to Bega and Narooma; a private vehicle is highly recommended for coastal access.
- Access
- Access is via Aragunnu Road off the Tathra-Bermagui Road within Mimosa Rocks National Park.
- Cost Level
- Budget
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Aragunnu Campground in the National Park; also accommodation options in/around Bermagui.
- Food & Drink
- No facilities on-site; nearest options are in Bermagui.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A scenic national-park coastline with a quiet, natural feel and nearby attractions focused on nature and coastal scenery.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Aragunnu Beach (Bermagui)?
The best overall months at Aragunnu Beach (Bermagui) are March, April, May. The best wind months are April.
Which wind directions work at Aragunnu Beach (Bermagui)?
Aragunnu Beach (Bermagui) works with N winds. Offshore directions are N.
What skill level is Aragunnu Beach (Bermagui) suitable for?
Aragunnu Beach (Bermagui) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner to Intermediate.