Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean, River Mouth
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small wave
Water hazards: None
Water quality: Crystal clear
Beach type & size: Sand - Big
Identified hazards: None
Beachgoer: None
Weather specificities: Warm all year round, besides winter, then a shorty is needed.
Wind type: Thermal, Frontal
Access description: by Car - In the north of Bowen take Kings Beach Road which will take you to the beach.
Specific rules: None
Accommodations: Parking
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Level: Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Medium wave
Water hazards: Rocks
Water quality: Clean
Beach type & size: Rocks - Small
Identified hazards: Rocks
Beachgoer: None
Wind type: Thermal, Frontal
Best months: January, February, March, November, December
Access description: by Car -
Accommodations: None
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Small wave, Medium wave
Water hazards: Swimmers, Reefs
Water quality: Crystal clear
Infos: A beach break exists but only works some times, during winter it can be fun. No reef in the kitezone, downwind has many limestone reefs that are very sharp and would make short work of a kite. Some seaweed on but otherwise great.
Beach type & size: Sand - Medium
Infos: A great big sandy beach.
Identified hazards: Shells, Bystanders
Beachgoer: January, February, March, October, November, December
Weather specificities: Warm and windy most days in summer, it's Perth-hot and windy rash vest is essential in summer other wise you will come back looking like a cooked Crayfish (you can get one of those up the beach). In winter most wear a full length wetsuit but the water is still above 16C. The on season is summer and some still kite during winter but they are storm riders-experienced kiters only.
Wind type: Thermal
Wind specificities: The beach faces WNW so the best wind is the sea breeze (SW). Strong SW are expected in summer and winter is a whole range but you can be lucky and get a northerly.
Best months: January, February, March, December
Access description: by Car, Train - From Perth: get on Stirling hwy. head south. Turn right at Mosman Park train station so that you cross the level crossing. Head southwest, once you pass the pedestrian bridge you are at the kite beach. From Freo: head up the coast, once over the river head for the sea, go north and you will be driving parallel to the beach, park near the pedestrian bridge. The car park is commonly hit by thieves.
Specific rules: License
Extra: Act sensible, AKSA membership is needed if you do a downwinder to Duch Inn. The beach is restricted to the area south of the bridge and north of the surf club during summer yet you can go anywhere south of the bridge in winter. Watch out for car breakers.
Nightlife: Freo Coffey Strip has clubs, catch train to Freo and you will find it.
Accommodations: School, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Chop, Small wave
Water hazards: Bridge
Water quality: Crystal clear
Beach type & size: Sand - Tidal
Identified hazards: Stones
Weather specificities: Warm all year round, besides winter, then a shorty is needed.
Wind type: Thermal, Frontal
Access description: by Car - Located in Bowen.
Accommodations: Parking
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop
Water quality: Clean
Infos: Protected from swell by Garden Island. So flat to choppy water. Dirty water pumped back into ocean by cement works. Dead flat with offshore wind.
Beach type & size: Sand - Medium
Infos: Plenty of room to rig on several beaches facing 3 directions. Very sharp shells all over the beach so watch out when rigging up.
Identified hazards: Shells
Weather specificities: Warm sea breezes November to March.
Wind type: Thermal
Wind specificities: Excellent in all wind conditions. Three beaches all facing different directions. Protected from swell by Garden Island. Warm sea breezes November to March.
Best months: January, February, March, November, December
Access description: by Car - From Fremantle follow the coast road south. Look for Woodman Point turn off. Follow road as far west as you can and look for car parks near the Woodman Point pole.
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Flat, Chop, Small wave
Water hazards: Swimmers, Rocks
Water quality: Clean
Identified hazards: Rocks, Bystanders
Access description: by Car -
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake
Water type: Shallow, Flat
Water hazards: Ships
Water quality: Clean
Infos: Flat water on a river. Shallow access.
Beach type & size: Grass - Small
Infos: Small grassed launch area.
Identified hazards: Trees
Beachgoer: None
Weather specificities: Warm weather and water during November to March. Rash shirt needed to keep sun off. The weather ranges from hot in summer (42C) to mildly cold (4C) in winter, which implies that we enjoy terrific weather almost all year round!
Wind type: Thermal
Wind specificities: 6 days out of 7 have 15-25 knot sea breeze during summer season. Best on Southwest sea breeze. Summer is the best time to kite in Perth. Summer starts in December and finishes in March. During the summer Perth gets the infamous 'Fremantle Doctor', 'the most consistent wind in the world, making it ideal kitesurfing conditions. It's just like clockwork, coming in between noon and 3pm. Giving you somewhere between 15-25 knots (average) a day. You maybe able to get some days in during the winter time, however with strong, gusty, and squally winds.
Best months: January, February, March, December
Access description: by Car - From Perth travel west along Mounts Bay Road. Turn left (South) onto Hampden Road, then left (East) onto Princess Road. Look for the car park on the right hand side about 500m along.
Specific rules: Zones
Extra: Not suited for the total novice as trees line the shore down wind, requires basic skills. The area around the 'wildlife migration protection zone' is a no kite zone thus requires you to be able to stay up wind in the gusty conditions that rain kind there.
Accommodations: Shower, Toilet, Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean, Lagoon, River Mouth
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small wave, Medium wave
Water hazards: Animals, Currents
Water quality: Crystal clear
Beach type & size: Sand - Big
Identified hazards: None
Beachgoer: None
Wind type: Thermal
Best months: January, February, March, November, December
Access description: by Car -
Specific rules: None
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Small wave, Medium wave
Water hazards: Swimmers
Water quality: Crystal clear
Infos: Kilometers of great beach surf breaks, 80m offshore. Link ups everywhere. Water is flat on the inside of the surf. Crowded with swimmers and surfers.
Beach type & size: Sand - Big
Infos: White clean sand and kilometers of beaches. Very beautiful beaches.
Identified hazards: Bystanders
Beachgoer: January, February, December
Weather specificities: In summer months, when wind is in (October to March), weather regularly over 32C and reaches 40C occasionally. Water temp 20C in summer (December to February).
Wind type: Thermal
Wind specificities: The beach faces direct west, and the wind is predominantly 13-22 knots SSW. Best time: summer months November to March with nice sea breeze (called "Fremantle Doctor") which kicks in almost everyday in summer.
Best months: January, February, March, November, December
Access description: by Car - Brighton is almost directly west of Perth city and the airport. Plenty of buses. Everyone in Perth knows it well. Easy to find.
Specific rules: Other
Extra: Stay at least 30m away from any surfer and/or swimmer. Fairly safe beach. Learners must be supervised/have lessons.
Accommodations: Shop, Rescue, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Island
Water type: Chop, Small wave, Medium wave, Big wave
Water hazards: Reefs
Water quality: Crystal clear
Beach type & size: Sand - Small
Infos: Tiny little island.
Identified hazards: Rocks
Wind type: Thermal
Wind specificities: The beach faces direct west, and the wind is predominantly 13-22 knots SSW. Best time: summer months November to March with nice sea breeze (called "Fremantle Doctor") which kicks in almost everyday in summer.
Best months: January, February, March, November, December
Access description: by Boat - Access by boat or a longer run from the mainland, about 1.2 miles.
Accommodations: None
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Level: Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Small wave, Medium wave
Water hazards: Reefs
Water quality: Clean
Beach type & size: Sand, Rocks - Tidal
Identified hazards: Rocks
Beachgoer: None
Wind type: Thermal, Frontal
Best months: January, February, March, November, December
Access description: by Car -
Accommodations: Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop
Water hazards: Fishernets, Corals
Water quality: Crystal clear
Infos: Beautiful bay with flat to choppy water. Experienced riders can ride over to the small island about 0.9 miles to the northeast for perfect flat water behind a sand spit in a North wind. Pay attention to the Stinger net.
Beach type & size: Sand - Medium
Identified hazards: Other
Beachgoer: None
Access description: by Car - In Proserpine drive north and then follow signs to Dingo Beach.
Specific rules: None
Accommodations: Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean, Lagoon
Water type: Shallow, Flat
Water hazards: Animals, Stones
Water quality: Crystal clear
Infos: Wear boots to protect from stonefish. There are a few small rocks/stones in the shallow areas close to the beach. Perfect beginners place with very flat waters 0,5-1m deep. Also it's a huge area, definitely not too small for beginners (area close to the campground).
Beach type & size: Sand - Small
Infos: The beach is a bit small for beginners, but you can launch standing in the very shallow water. The fence is not really a problem but should be avoided.
Identified hazards: Fence
Weather specificities: Very warm air and water during summer. UV protection recommended.
Wind specificities: Had SE winds, was a bit gusty because of the hills. Should work better on SW winds or Northerlies. Wind was weaker than at Little Lagoon. The more inside the lagoon you go, the worse (less wind/gusty) the wind gets (careful, leads to the walk of shame back..) Best wind was in the first curve and along the opening to the sea close to the camping area.
Access description: by Car - In Francois Peron National Park, take the sand road (4WD only!) to the Big Lagoon camp site.
Specific rules: None
Extra: The spot is not as perfect as Little Lagoon further south, but if you happen to camp there, it's nice for a relaxed evening session.
Accommodations: Camping, Toilet, Parking
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Small wave, Medium wave, Big wave
Water hazards: Swimmers, Currents, Reefs, Corals
Water quality: Crystal clear
Infos: Legendary surfing spot in the Margaret River region of Western Australia. This is a spot that is more suitable for intermediate wave kiters. The launch is easy when getting out only the shore-break has to be overcome. Watch out for shallow spots when in the break and don't ride downwind into the bay to far as the wind becomes offshore there. Be aware that there is no rescue. Watch out for surfers.
Beach type & size: Sand - Medium
Infos: Great long stretch of white sandy beach 200-300m North of surf break which can have a large shore break if there is a big swell.
Identified hazards: None
Beachgoer: January, February, December
Weather specificities: Water temp. is coolish and a wetsuit is recommended. A spring suit (short arms and legs) is adequate.
Wind type: Thermal
Wind specificities: Expect 15-25knots from the SSW in the afternoons usually 2 days out of every 3 during the season. Best times are November thru February/March with wind ranging from 15-25 knots.
Best months: January, February, December
Access description: by Car - From Perth head south (3 hours) down the South West coast road to Yallingup via Bunbury, Busselton and Dunsborough.
Specific rules: None
Nightlife: Quiet.
Accommodations: Shop, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Medium wave
Water hazards: Swimmers
Water quality: Clean
Beach type & size: Sand - Medium
Identified hazards: Bystanders
Beachgoer: January, February, November, December
Wind type: Thermal, Frontal
Best months: January, February, March, November, December
Access description: by Car -
Extra: Due to swimmers and surfer don't kite here during summer.
Accommodations: Rooms, School, Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Shallow, Chop
Water hazards: Wave breaker, Bridge
Water quality: Crystal clear
Infos: Rye beach is at the south end of Port Phillip Bay. While the bay gets pretty choppy, the water is very shallow at Rye and keeps the chops to only a foot or two high. Crystal clear water, shallow sandy bottom and plenty of room. Waist deep water for 300m out.
Beach type & size: Sand - Small
Infos: The beach is very narrow, so it is not the easiest launch site for beginners. There is grass between the beach and the car park, although not a large area.
Identified hazards: None
Beachgoer: January, February, December
Weather specificities: The temperature in Melbourne ranges from 15C or lower in winter (and rarely much below 10C) to well into the 30'sC during summer, and occasionally over 40C. The water temperature in the bay ranges from a low of 10C in winter to a high of 22C in summer. No wetsuit is required in summer, but most wear a full steamer in winter.
Wind specificities: The beach faces north, and is best in a anything from the NW around to NE. During winter it blows from the North more often than not, although it can be gusty. During summer you get strengthening northerlies before southerly changes. Topography to the North it is relatively flat and therefore wind is not gusty.
Access description: by Car - The nearest city is Melbourne, and Rye is about 80-90 minutes drive south of the city. Rye Beach is at the south end of Port Phillip Bay. About 80kms from CBD Melbourne. Follow the Nepean Highway down.
Accommodations: Shop, Toilet, Food, Parking
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Lake, River
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop
Infos: Big sandbar extending a long way out into the Swan River. Nice flat water. Shallow areas.
Beach type & size: Sand - Small
Infos: Small beach and rigging area. Beware of rocks closer to the jetty.
Identified hazards: Rocks
Weather specificities: The weather ranges from hot in summer (42C) to mildly cold (4C) in winter, which implies that we enjoy terrific weather almost all year round! Warm with 6 out of 7 days getting sea breezes November through March. Rash shirt to keep off the sun.
Wind type: Thermal
Wind specificities: Summer is the best time to Kite in Perth. Summer starts in December and finishes in March. During the summer Perth gets the Infamous 'Fremantle Doctor', "The Most Consistent wind in the World", making it ideal kitesurfing conditions. It's just like clockwork, coming in between noon, and 3pm. Giving you somewhere between 15-25 knots (average) a day. You maybe able to get some days in during the winter time, however with strong, gusty, and squally winds, it maybe difficult. Best on North Easterlies. Good for morning session before seabreezes when strong high's are around. Works also with W-NW winds.
Best months: January, February, March, November, December
Access description: by Car - Take Kwinana Freeway and exit West onto Canning Highway. Look for signs posted for Point Walter Reserve turn offs (turning right/North).
Accommodations: Shower, Toilet, Food
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Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small wave
Water quality: Crystal clear
Beach type & size: Sand - Medium
Wind type: Thermal, Frontal
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December
Access description: by Car -
Accommodations: Parking
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