Torquay Surf Beach — Attraction in Victoria

Torquay Back Beach, also known as the Surf Beach, is accessible from two car parks, the main one on the left and smaller one next to the river. If wanting sustenance or a caffeine hit pre/post surfing/exercising, be sure to visit the Third Wave Kiosk in the central car park.

This beach is the perfect place to learn to surf, with surf schools operating in the area. You may also be interested in the Suring Museum located nearby. Torquay Surf Life Saving Club patrols the front and back beaches, and their headquarters are at this beach.

For those wanting to stay close by, the Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park is the most immediate accommodation and very popular with travellers. There are plenty of hotels and other accommodation, which can get pricey in the warmer months.

Spring Creek River next to the smaller car park, connects with the Surf Coast Walking Paths and you may even see some people fishing here. You can walk to the Rocky Point Lookout [replaced in 2015] or around the cliff base, from the back beach when it is low tide.

There is a timeshare system for those with dogs - check the signs to be safe and know where and when dogs can roam free or on a leash. There are poo bag dispensers around most beaches, but to be safe, bring your own to clean up after your dog.

Finally, Torquay Back Beach is a great place to photograph landscapes and sport. Bring a hat, insect repellant and sunscreen to be safe from sunburn and...

The surf, sun, beach....this is the perfect paradise for surfers and beach goers! The sloping turf with luscious green lawn endow the beach with a spectacular view of the entire surf zone. All you need is to grab your pinic mat and snacks and you can enjoy a whole day here watching the swells while the children enjoy the water. What's more, there is a public toilet right at the top and a shower facility with hot water just a few steps away. If you are hungry or need caffeine fix, there is a cafe with alfresco seating at the corner with superb view of the ocean too. Here's a little secret, the rock formations at the end marks the start of the twelve apostle like feature. You don't have to drive all the way there to view it. And there is a secret "cavern" that only locals know. If you are keen to explore, try your luck! Low tide is the best time...

BE CAREFUL - SWIM WHERE THERE ARE LIFE GAURDS! I went for a surf, and decided to go deeper (past the waves to try, and catch bigger waves) a rip current took me deeper, and deeper. I couldn’t swim back, and because I was panicking, and swimming forward / the current taking me back as a result I wasn’t moving. I know you’re meant to swim sidewards to get out of the current but you get into panic mode. Then caught a wave back otherwise I probably would’ve drown if no wave could take me back, and if calling a life guard wasn’t an option. Try not to go past the big waves if you’re not so...