Surf and stay at Crescent Head
Goolawah National Park
Overview
Stay across from a beautiful surf beach at Waves Campground and spend your days learning to surf, near the popular surf town of Crescent Head.
- When
- Contact Waves Campground for dates.
- Where
- Goolawah National Park in North Coast
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Grade
- Easy. Lessons for beginner to intermediate surfers.
- Price
- Contact Waves Campground for pricing.
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Book online or call Waves Campground on 02 6566 0144.
- Please note
- Optional equipment hire available.
Perfect for families and backpackers, Waves Campground is the ideal place for any surfer, whether you’re a beginner chasing your very first waves or an experienced rider honing your skills. Located just across the road from beautiful Goolawah Regional Park, this friendly North Coast campground is surrounded by nature and beautiful, quiet beaches.
Wake up to the sound of the ocean, then take a lesson with one of the friendly and experienced instructors. When it comes to waves, you’re spoiled for choice at Waves Campground. The closest surf beach is just minutes away at Delicate Nobby headland, and there are 4 point breaks and countless beach breaks within 10kms. When you’re simply too tired to surf anymore, there’s plenty more to do nearby to keep you occupied. Try fishing, snorkelling or birdwatching, or simply head back to your peaceful campsite or bunkhouse to relax with family and friends.
Waves Campground is a licensed commercial tour operator with a Parks Eco Pass.
Operated by

- Waves Campground
- 02 6566 0144
- 954 Point Plomer Road, Delicate Nobby, Crescent Head NSW 2440
Park info
- in Goolawah National Park in the North Coast region
Goolawah National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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