Continent |
Australia |
Country |
Australia |
Next Big City |
Sydney, Newcastle |
Next Town |
Nelson Bay |
Type: |
Ocean |
Rider Ability: |
Beginner, Intermediate, Expert |
Features: |
Shop, Rescue, Shower, Toilet, Food |
Type: |
Shallow, Chop, Small wave, Medium wave |
Hazards: |
Rocks |
Quality: |
Crystal clear |
Best Tide: |
Tide independent |
Fingal Bay has two spots, surf on one side calm the other. A sandbar separates the two and you can jump it at high tide. Plenty of uncrowded room. Dolphins in the water year round.
Type: |
Sand |
Size: |
Big |
Hazards: |
None |
Beach Users: |
None |
Sandy beach, large sandbar, excellent launch and land area.
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Spring:
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Shorty |
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Summer:
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Shorts |
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Fall:
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Shorty |
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Winter:
|
Normal |
A spring suit is usually enough. Water around 21°C, air 25-30°C.
Best Months: |
January, February, March, November, December |
Wind Type: |
Thermal |
Best Direction: |
NE |
Main Direction: |
NE |
Northeast summer sea breeze is the best, can be ridden in Southeasterlies, 15-25 knots in general. Generally a summer spot due to offshore wind in winter months.
Transport |
Car |
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Access
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Medium walk |
Located near the tourist town of Nelson Bay, 2.5km drive north of Sydney. On the SE tip of the peninsula.
Rules |
Other |
Respect locals and wear a kite leash!