The Best of Currumbin

Currumbin is located on the coastline between Tugun and Palm Beach offering a beautiful and scenic beachfront featuring the exposed rock formations of Currumbin Rock and Elephant Rock.

Beside the popular scenic spot of Currumbin Rock, is the hugely popular surfing spot, Currumbin Alley, which leads into Currumbin Creek and heads inland through Currumbin Waters to its origin at the magnificently scenic Currumbin Valley at the foot of the Hinterland region.

At Currumbin and near to the beachfront, you’ll also find a major attraction of the coast, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary,  and also Superbee Honeyworld and Surf World surfing museum.

There is plenty of fishing done in Currumbin Creek along with casual boating, and if you follow Currumbin Creek Rd inland to Currumbin Valley you’ll come across the famous rock pools which are a popular spot on a summers day.

Things to do In Currumbin

• Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary – the must-visit wildlife park – 28 Tomewin St
• Superbee Honeyworld – beekeeper tour – 35 Tomewin St
• Surfworld – surfing museum – 35 Tomewin St
• Learn to surf with Currumbin Alley Surf School
• Explore Currumbin Waters and the natural attractions of Currumbin Valley

Currumbin Beach

Currumbin beach is a 750 m long, north-east facing beach that extends from Currumbin Rock down to Elephant Rock. This area is one of the most popular beaches and recreation areas for locals and you’ll find it gets busy on weekends.

Around the inlet to Currumbin Creek near Currumbin Rock, you’ll find loads of surfers catching the waves in the morning and late afternoons. This is also a very beautiful spot at sunset with views all the way to the highrises of Surfers Paradise.

For swimming, there is a Lifeguard tower at Currumbin Point: Tower 12 – Currumbin Alley Lifeguards

Please visit Beachsafe for Lifeguard hours and conditions. For live Currumbin Beach surf cam see CoastalWatch.

Currumbin Creek

The 24 kilometre Currumbin Creek is a peaceful river that is popular with kayakers, jet skiers, boat-goers and fishermen.

There is a walking/bike track (part of The Gold Coast Oceanway) that begins at Marlin Waters Park on Bradshaw Drive and follows the creek all the way to the beach. At Preston Park you’ll find a BBQ and boat ramp, at Apex Park there is boat hire at GC Watercraft, and at Winders Park, there are playgrounds and more BBQ’s.

Currumbin Rock Pools

Located in the scenic Currumbin Valley and about 15 minutes by car from central Currumbin is the very popular local swimming spot, Currumbin Rock Pools. There is a large swimming hole and several shallow swimming holes along with a grassed area for picnics, sheltered seating, BBQ facilities, and toilets. Across the road, there is the Gallery Cafe which has fresh food and coffee opening from 10 am to 4 pm. Located on Currumbin Creek Road near the intersection of Reynolds Road.

Restaurants and Cafes in Currumbin

Currumbin is the capital of casual dining with world-class food offerings and unbeatable ambience and views. Don’t miss it. Here are my top picks

• Allure on Currumbin – European/Modern Australian – 136 Duringan St
• The Black Sheep Espresso Baa – Specialty coffee and cafe – 27 Currumbin Creek Road
• Elephant Rock Cafe – Modern Australian cuisine – 776 Pacific Parade
• Currumbin Beach Vikings Surf Club – bar, gaming, and bistro in an amazing location – 741 Pacific Parade
• Currumbin RSL – bar, gaming and bistro – 165 Duringan St
• The Deck Cafe – coffee and cafe – 794 Pacific Parade

Accommodation in Currumbin

Currumbin is a really nice laid back place to stay and the accommodation here is very suitable for families with large multi-bedroom apartments on offer and great rates for consecutive nights. Here are my pick of the top places to stay in Currumbin

Sanctuary Beach Retreat

av rates 190 and up

Offering direct beach access they offer an indoor pool, BBQ facilities, large two-bedroom apartment with full kitchen and laundry facilities.

The Hill Apartments Currumbin Beach

av rates 220 and up

Offering large two-bedroom apartments that are fully self-contained with a kitchen, fridge, and laundry. They also offer a pool and spa.

Sandcastles On Currumbin Beach

4 star | av rates 265 and up

Offering large two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments that are fully self-contained with a kitchen, fridge, and laundry. They also offer direct beach access, a salt water pool, and a spa.

Transport

The area is serviced by public buses with key stops at

• Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
• Pacific Pde at Currumbin Beach
• Pacific Pde at Wallace Nicoll Park
• Duringan St near Woodgee St
• Gold Coast Hwy at Currumbin Hill
• Duringan St at Panorama Drive (near Winders Park)
• Duringan St at Fielding Street (near Apex Park)
• Currumbin Creek Rd at Currumbin RSL

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