Point Plomer (Port Macquarie)
- Longboard, Beginners
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Mixed, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Point Plomer is a right-hand point break near Limeburners Creek (Port Macquarie). It’s widely known for creating long, peeling rides—especially appealing to longboarders—with waves that can wrap around the point for extended runs on a good swell. Wind is generally seasonally favorable in winter: June is repeatedly cited as the best month, with southwest offshore help for cleaner surf conditions at the point. One source also describes additional reliability in July, with offshore winds improving the chances of getting clean, surfable swell. Safety is a major consideration. The surf zone can feature permanent rips to either end of the zone, and strong sweep/currents are reported—so swimming can be hazardous even when the wave face looks approachable. Rocks at the headland/point area add to the risk, and sharks are listed as a hazard; local tips emphasize shark awareness and caution near rocks and current lines. For timing, autumn and winter are highlighted as the most consistent season. Water temperatures are cold in winter (roughly high teens to around 20°C) and warmer in summer (low-to-mid 20s °C). Crowd levels are described as relatively low overall, though it can become busy around school holidays and weekends.
- Long, peeling right-hand point waves (longboard-friendly).
- Best month frequently cited: June.
- Offshore southwest winds can improve cleanliness.
- National Park setting with nearby camping.
- Long, peeling right-hand point waves that are especially valued by longboarders.
- Clean water is commonly reported; point wind conditions can be offshore at times.
- Camping is available right at/near the spot in the National Park area.
- Rips/currents are a key hazard—swimming can be dangerous.
- Rocky point area increases risk near the lineup.
- Conditions and wave quality can vary with swell size/sandbar setup.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SW
- Offshore directions
- SW, W
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Reliability
- moderate
- Best Months
- June
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Mixed, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach with point/headland rocky influence.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small — Wave size described as small to medium depending on source and swell.
- Launch
- Medium — Launch/access from the southern end of the beach; some surfing access described from the beach north of the point or from rocks at the point itself.
- Launch Difficulty
- Easy — Conflicting descriptions exist: one source rates access as easy, another as moderate.
Through the year
Can get busy during school holidays and weekends, but remains relatively quiet during the week.
Occasional heavy rain in late summer and autumn.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Right-hand point break that can produce long, peeling rides over sand and reef/rocky areas; conditions vary depending on swell size and sandbar quality.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- S, SE, SSE
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Low, All tides — Sources conflict: some indicate low tide is best; others state it works at all tides.
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — The point provides significant shelter relative to surrounding exposures, though it’s still a point-break with varying conditions.
- Wind Effect
- Southwest/W offshore winds help set up cleaner conditions at the point.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size and can become faster/more powerful while maintaining shape; on larger days it may also offer fun beachbreak sections.
- Wave Quality
- Average — Some sources rate the wave quality as average; other descriptions note excellent longboarding walls on good days.
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Peeling
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Long — Right-hand point break known for long, peeling rides.
- Typical Ride Length
- 100–300 m
- Ride Length Details
- Can wrap around the point, offering rides that can extend for several hundred meters on a good swell.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Point Plomer (Port Macquarie) in the full forecast view.
Point Plomer (Port Macquarie) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–15 ktsGusts 31 kts
- Direction
- ENE58°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2515 kts
- Windy days
- 3/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.8–1.9 m7s period
- Temperature
- 15–28 °C
Over the next 7 days, Point Plomer (Port Macquarie) is forecast for daytime winds of 3–15 kts, peaking around 15 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 31 kts. The prevailing direction is ENE. Waves run 0.8–1.9 m with a period of about 7s. 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
- rip currents
- strong sweep/currents
- sharks
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No
- Emergency Info
- No on-site rescue services at the remote beach. In an emergency dial 000; nearest medical facilities are in Port Macquarie (about 15–30 km away depending on road conditions).
Rules of the spot
General surf etiquette applies. Expect hazardous conditions beyond the wave line due to permanent rips.
- The surf zone has permanent rips to either end, resulting in hazardous swimming conditions.
- Be mindful that lower tides can ramp up the challenge.
- Rocky headland/point area increases risk near the break—watch for rocks and currents.
- Use shark awareness: know where sharks have been reported and swim/enter with caution.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Port Macquarie
- Nearest Town
- Limeburners Creek
- Nearest Airport
- Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
- Parking
- Parking behind the southern end of the beach; additional parking at the Point Plomer campground/day-use area (as described by one source).
- Public Transport
- Public transport is non-existent to this specific coastal area; private vehicle access required.
- Access
- Beach/point access via unpaved/gravel road(s) and a beach parking area behind the southern end of the beach; 4WD is recommended by some sources.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Camping is available at the Point Plomer campground; hotels in Port Macquarie.
- Food & Drink
- No shops at the point; visitors must bring supplies.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental available in Port Macquarie; no on-the-spot rental details were provided for this exact point.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A National Park coastal setting near Port Macquarie with scenic shoreline walks and nearby wildlife/cultural attractions.
A 19th-century lighthouse offering panoramic coastline views.
World-renowned facility dedicated to rescue and rehabilitation of wild koalas.
Scenic coastal walk through rare littoral rainforest and along dramatic cliffs.
Coastal walking along the 14 km shoreline from Point Plomer to the Hastings River mouth.
Tropical-themed waterfront cafe and bar in Port Macquarie.
Wildlife park featuring koalas, kangaroos, and exotic animals.
Picnic area and car park behind the southern end of Point Plomer beach.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Point Plomer (Port Macquarie)?
The best overall months at Point Plomer (Port Macquarie) are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The best wind months are June.
Which wind directions work at Point Plomer (Port Macquarie)?
Point Plomer (Port Macquarie) works with SW winds. Offshore directions are SW, W.
What skill level is Point Plomer (Port Macquarie) suitable for?
Point Plomer (Port Macquarie) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner to Intermediate.