Surfing the Waves in Australia

Hitting the Surf in Australia

Western Australia is renowned for its surfing. With thousands of miles of coastline to choose from, there is always someplace to catch a big wave.

From professional to novice the waves abound in this wonderful tourist destination. Margaret River is a great choice for your journey to the outback. Only a little over 3 hours south of Perth, you will find plenty to do on the surfing vacation of a lifetime.

Not only does Margaret River have some of the biggest, craziest waves in the world, but it also offers the comforts of a wonderful small town with city accommodations.

There is a wide variety of options when you are not catching a wave at one of the many surfing hotspots around Margaret River. Wineries, fine dining, wonderful accommodations as well as other activities such as whale watching or heading down into spectacular caves.

When you do want to surf, here are some of the best places to visit in the area. Boranup is a pristine, isolated beach which also provides access to 4WDs and has what is considered the best surf south of Margaret River.

You could try Redgate if you are not quite so confident. Though the swells are smaller than those of Boranup, they hold shape and it tends to be a bit less crowded. Or, head to Surfers Point for a more challenging ride, with over 12 foot waves at times.

Margaret River Mouth and Injidup Car Park also offer some great chances to hit the waves hard. Margaret River Mouth is better for the beginner with smaller waves, but Injidup Car Park is known for its great barrels. The latter tends to be a bit more crowded than most other surf areas nearby, so if you are interested in a bit more space, Boranup is probably a bit more your style. These are only a few of the many ideal places to surf, be sure to hit the Margaret River Visitor Center for a more detailed map.

Whatever you choose to do, Margaret River would certainly be a good first step towards a great surf vacation. If you are looking for a perfect place to experience some of the best waves in the world, head to Australia on your next vacation.

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