Woorim Beach, Bribie Island

Chilled-out Woorim Beach is the closest patrolled surf beach to Brisbane and has the added bonus of being less busy than beaches of the Sunny and Gold Coasts. Connected to the mainland by bridge, Bribie is an excellent choice for a day trip, and Woorim has something for everyone: an endless stretch of white sand, warm water year-round, plenty of dining options, barbeque and picnic areas, a playground and even a skate park. The calm waves are also an ideal place to learn to surf - check out Bribie Island Surf School for more info. A whopping 80% of the island is made of National Park, meaning that unspoilt beaches like Woorim remain pristine and unspoilt.