New South Wales
Lighthouse Beach at Ballina is a long, exposed stretch of sand on the north side of the Richmond River entrance, offering consistent beach break peaks across a wide variety of swell directions. The beach faces broadly southeast and catches SE to E swells that produce fun, workable waves. A popular local beach away from the crowds of the Northern Rivers' more famous breaks.
Swell
SE to E
1–1.8m
Wind
W to NW (offshore)
Tide
Low to mid
Best Season
March to October
Free parking near the lighthouse reserve at the northern end. Basic facilities including toilets; the main Ballina town centre is nearby.
Rips near the river mouth, shark activity in the area, avoid surfing near dawn and dusk
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