Macmasters Point
- Shortboard, Advanced riders
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Macmasters Point is an exposed right-hand point break at the southern end of Macmasters Beach. It’s described as fairly consistent, but it needs a solid swell to work well, with winter conditions generally favored. The spot is most associated with south to southeast swell wrapping around the headland, producing long, peeling walls. Riders can get more size and definition as the swell increases, and it’s noted as a strong option when nearby beaches struggle with bigger surf. Entry is the main challenge: the launch involves a rocky entry from the southern point (or paddling from the beach), and conditions can include submerged ledges, sea urchins, and strong sweeps on larger swells. The recommended approach emphasizes careful timing of sets and using a higher tide to cover the shallowest sections. For wind, westerly/south-westerly conditions are described as better aligned for the point (offshore in westerly winds), and the spot is commonly linked with southwest winds in the best months. Lifeguards are seasonal, and visitors are warned to take extra care around rocks, and also note the presence of sharks and local surfers.
- Right-hand point break known for long, peeling walls on solid southerly swell.
- Can hold significant size and get more defined as swell increases.
- Rocky entry—higher tide often improves access by covering shallow sections.
- Exposed point break with fairly consistent surf when conditions line up.
- Can produce long, peeling right-hand walls on larger southerly swells.
- Rocky entry with submerged ledges and sea urchins.
- Requires solid swell to activate; not reliable in small conditions.
- Localism and hazards from rocks/sharks.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, SW, NW
- Offshore directions
- W, SW
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Reliability
- Moderate reliability during autumn and winter
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- April, May, June, July, August
- Shadow Zones
- Sheltered from southerly winds by the headland
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean
- Beach
- Rocks — Rocky point/section at the southern end
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Medium
- Launch
- Small — Rocky entry from the southern point or paddling from the beach
- Launch Difficulty
- Difficult — Rock entry requires careful navigation
Through the year
Can get busy on weekends and during good swells.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed right-hand point break from the southern headland that can produce fairly consistent, quality surf when a solid swell wraps around the point.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- SSE, SE
- Swell Height
- 1.2–3 m
- Optimal Tide
- High — Also described as working best on mid/high tide, with higher tide helping cover shallowest sections.
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Exposed point break, but the headland provides some shelter compared with open beach breaks.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore in westerly winds; handles southerly winds better than most open beaches.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds significant size and becomes more defined as the swell increases; can handle larger conditions when nearby beaches are overwhelmed.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Quality described as good with a consistent wall when conditions line up.
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Peeling
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Medium — Consistent walls can offer rides up to 100 meters on good days; typical rides often fall in the 50–100 meter range.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–100 m
- Ride Length Details
- Long, peeling walls on solid southerly swell; up to ~100 meters possible on good days.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Macmasters Point in the full forecast view.
Macmasters Point wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–14 ktsGusts 27 kts
- Direction
- E87°
- Strongest day
- Mon, Oct 2614 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.0–2.3 m8s period
- Temperature
- 13–31 °C
Over the next 7 days, Macmasters Point is forecast for daytime winds of 2–14 kts, peaking around 14 kts on Monday, October 26 with gusts to 27 kts. The prevailing direction is E. Waves run 1.0–2.3 m with a period of about 8s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
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
- Locals
- Urchins
- Strong currents
- Submerged ledges
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal patrols in the area.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited
- Emergency Info
- For emergencies, dial 000 for police, fire, or ambulance services.
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate — Localism described as mild to moderate.
Rules of the spot
Take care of rocks, locals, and sharks.
- Needs solid swell to work; best in winter.
- Entry over the rocks can be tricky—timing the sets is essential.
- Works best on a higher tide to cover the shallowest sections of the reef.
- Take care of rocks, locals, sharks.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Gosford
- Nearest Town
- Macmasters Beach
- Parking
- Parking available at the Macmasters Beach Surf Life Saving Club and along local streets.
- Access
- Access via Macmasters Beach at the southern headland.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Local holiday rentals and guest houses are available in the Macmasters Beach area.
- Food & Drink
- A cafe and restaurant are located at the Surf Life Saving Club.
- Equipment Rental:
- Surfboards and paddleboards are widely available for hire at local surf shops and beachfront schools.
- Gear Storage
- Limited public storage is available; most visitors use private accommodation or school facilities.
- Gear Repair
- Specialized surf shops in the area provide professional fiberglass and epoxy repair services.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Macmasters Point?
The best overall months at Macmasters Point are April, May, June, July, August.
Which wind directions work at Macmasters Point?
Macmasters Point works with W, SW, NW winds. Offshore directions are W, SW.
What skill level is Macmasters Point suitable for?
Macmasters Point suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.