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Spot de Black Rock

Black Rock

Black Rock

South Africa

-30.27 | 30.76

Overview

Black Rock is a kite spot on a rocky headland on the KwaZulu-Natal south coast, near Scottburgh. This exposed spot offers committed conditions with waves over rocky bottom and warm tropical waters (22-26°C). Reserved for advanced riders due to reef and currents. Good waves for wave riding.

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The spot works in NE to SE winds with south swell. The reef creates quality waves. Tide is critical: at low tide, the reef is very exposed and dangerous. Best at mid to high tide.

On the water

Warm tropical water (22-26°C). Rocky bottom with reef. Powerful waves of 1 to 2.5 m. Strong currents along the reef. Advanced wave riding conditions.

Required level

Advanced

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Spot currently open :-)

Parking

Access from Scottburgh. Roadside parking. Walk to access the spot. Limited infrastructure at the spot itself.

Hazards

Shallow, sharp reef. Powerful waves. Strong currents. Sea urchins. Sharks present on the south coast. Spot reserved for experienced riders. Buddy system mandatory.

Wind specificities

The dominant wind is the NE, blowing side-onshore. The rocky headland creates local accelerations. SSW winds work side-offshore. Best with moderate NE and south swell. Year-round, best October to April.

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