New South Wales

Yamba Main Beach

Beach breakBeginner to intermediate

Yamba Main Beach is a northeast-facing sandy beach in the Clarence River town of Yamba, offering fun, accessible waves that are often smaller than the more exposed beaches to the north. Protected by the headland, it handles ENE swell best and provides relatively sheltered surf. A charming fishing village setting and minimal crowds make it a great destination.

Best Conditions

Swell

NE to ENE

0.8–1.5m

Wind

SW to WSW (offshore)

Tide

Low to mid

Best Season

March to September

Good to Know

Free parking along the foreshore. Good facilities including toilets, showers and a nearby café strip in Yamba village.

Hazards

Rips in larger swells, rocks near the headland at north end, jellyfish in summer

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