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Spot de Maitlands Beach

Maitlands Beach

Maitlands Beach

South Africa

-33.99 | 25.29

Overview

Maitlands Beach is a long sandy beach located between Port Elizabeth and Jeffreys Bay, in the Maitlands area. The beach faces south and offers beach break conditions on sandy bottom. It is a less crowded spot than PE or J-Bay, offering a quieter setting. The beach is long and open, with good space for riding. Accessible intermediate spot.

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The spot works with SE to WSW wind. Long sandy beach with beach break. Rideable at all tides. Less crowded than PE or J-Bay — good spot for quiet riding. Best from October to March.

On the water

Waves of 0.5-2 metres (beach break). Sandy bottom. Moderate chop. Water temperature between 18-22°C. 3/2 wetsuit in summer, 4/3 in winter.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

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Parking

Access from the N2 between PE and J-Bay, Maitlands exit. Small parking near the beach. Semi-rural area. Limited facilities. PE 40 min, J-Bay 30 min away.

Hazards

Sharks present in the area. Semi-isolated spot — no lifeguard. Shore break during large swells. Lateral currents possible. Do not ride alone at this isolated spot.

Wind specificities

Southeast wind blows side-onshore. Position between PE and J-Bay, benefiting from the same reliable wind regime. Strength of 15-25 knots in summer. WSW is onshore. Good wind exposure without obstacles on this open coast.

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