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Spot de Riet River

Riet River

Riet River

South Africa

-33.56 | 27.01

Overview

Riet River Mouth is a spot on the Eastern Cape coast, between Kenton-on-Sea and Port Alfred. This river mouth offers sheltered flat water conditions in the estuary, ideal for progression, combined with access to ocean conditions on the adjacent beach. Natural and quiet Sunshine Coast setting.

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River mouth offering flat water in the estuary and ocean conditions on the beach. The estuary works at high tide. Launching from the banks or the beach.

On the water

Brackish and flat water in the estuary. Ocean water on the beach side — temperature 18-22°C in summer. Wetsuit recommended.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Spot currently open :-)

Parking

Access via secondary roads from the R72. Parking on natural ground. Undeveloped area.

Hazards

Strong current at the mouth on outgoing tide. Sharks present. Relatively isolated spot — don't sail alone.

Wind specificities

The dominant wind is south-westerly, side-onshore on this south-facing coast. Westerly and WSW winds are also favourable. The estuary can channel the wind. South-westerly thermals in summer afternoons.

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