Rainbow Bay is the sheltered southern Gold Coast bay and point break beside Snapper Rocks, with a north-facing beach, easy access, and a relaxed but often busy surf-and-swim scene in the same world-class corridor as the Superbank. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Rainbow Bay in Queensland.
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Lineup Insights
The Wave
South wind is the clean lane, southeast swell is the best line, and the spot can work across the tide cycle.
Check the live tide windows in the app to time your session perfectly.
Lineup Guide
Watch for rips and crowd pressure when the Superbank is on.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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