Torquay Surf Beach
Torquay Surf Beach
Torquay Back Beach | |
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Beach | |
Torquay Back Beach | |
Interactive map of Torquay Surf Beach | |
| Coordinates: 38°20′34″S 144°19′13″E / 38.3427°S 144.3203°E | |
| Location | Torquay, Victoria, Australia |
| Offshore water bodies | Bass Strait |
| Dimensions | |
| • Length | 0.8 kilometres (0.50 mi) |
| Patrolled by | SLSA |
| Hazard rating | 6/10 (moderately hazardous) |
| Access | Surf Beach Drive, The Esplanade |
Torquay Surf Beach, also known as the Torquay Back Beach (to distinguish it from the nearby Torquay Front Beach), is a highly popular patrolled coastal beach facing the Bass Strait in Torquay, Victoria, Australia. It lies southwest of Torquay's town centre and adjacent to the start of the Great Ocean Road, attracting surfers, beachgoers and tourists. The beach reserve is managed by the Surf Coast Shire council in partnership with the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority, and seasonal patrolling is provided by the Torquay Surf Life Saving Club (part of Life Saving Victoria).