Roches Beach

Last updated October 2026

Roches Beach at Lauderdale faces east and, according to Clarence City Council, is sheltered from southern swells and Tasmania's predominant south westerly winds. The southern section is very protected and usually gets low waves of about 0.5 m. Rips occasionally occur with surf and get stronger when waves exceed 1 m. The council page lists no lifesaver patrol. Access points include Bayview Park, Lauderdale Canal and the southern end of Kirra Road. Family picnics and water activities are listed as popular. Dogs must be on lead. Within a short walk (OpenStreetMap): Driftwood Restaurant (restaurant, about 130 m) and Canal Cafe and Piiza (cafe, about 210 m).

Roches Beach at Lauderdale faces east and, according to Clarence City Council, is sheltered from southern swells and Tasmania's predominant south westerly winds. The southern section is very protected and usually gets low waves of about 0.5 m. Rips occasionally occur with surf and get stronger when waves exceed 1 m. The council page lists no lifesaver patrol. Access points include Bayview Park, Lauderdale Canal and the southern end of Kirra Road. Family picnics and water activities are listed as popular. Dogs must be on lead. Within a short walk: Driftwood Restaurant (restaurant, about 130 m) and Canal Cafe and Piiza (cafe, about 210 m).

Facts checked against the venue's own website on 22 October 2026.