Tea Tree Bay

Tea Tree Bay is an iconic, exposed right-hand point break inside Noosa National Park, built around long, peeling waves that wrap around the headland and sweep into the bay. The ride is known for staying connected for a long distance on its best days, and the wave quality is repeatedly described as world-class. It works best with an easterly to northeast swell pattern (with some sources also noting southeast options) and is most consistently matched with southeast offshore wind. While conditions can vary by tide, a common recommendation is to surf around mid tide, with additional notes that barrels are possible on lower tides when the shape and access align. Safety is a major consideration at this spot: entry/exit can be treacherous due to rocks and urchins, and strong rips/longshore flow can develop near the headland during larger swells. Sharks are reported, and seasonal jellyfish (including bluebottles) can be present, so the guidance is to surf with a buddy—especially around dawn and dusk. Access is via foot through the coastal track from the Noosa National Park car park (about a 15–20 minute walk). The beach is described as having no lifeguards/rescue coverage, and the crowd is consistently heavy, so plan extra time for lineup positioning and be prepared for a dense, high-traffic surf environment.