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Spot de Rocky Bay

Rocky Bay

Rocky Bay

South Africa

-30.33 | 30.73

Overview

Rocky Bay is a kite spot on the KwaZulu-Natal south coast, between Scottburgh and Kelso. This rocky bay offers kite conditions with warm tropical waters (22-26°C). The spot combines sandy beach and rocky sections. Pleasant natural setting, less crowded than Durban beaches. Suitable for intermediate riders.

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Technical details of Rocky Bay spot

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Spot functioning

The spot works in NE to SE winds. The bay offers some protection. Tide influences conditions: at low tide, rocks are exposed. Best at mid rising tide. Mixed sand and rock bottom.

On the water

Warm tropical water (22-26°C). Mixed sand and rock bottom. Moderate waves. Coastal currents. Rocky sections to avoid at low tide.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Spot currently open :-)

Parking

Access from the N2 or the south coastal road. Beachside parking. Holiday residential area. Some amenities nearby.

Hazards

Rocks exposed at low tide. Coastal currents. Sharks present on the south coast. Jellyfish in summer. Sea urchins on rocks.

Wind specificities

The dominant wind is the NE (summer trade wind), blowing side-onshore on this east-facing coast. Reliable thermal wind in the afternoon (15-25 knots). East to SE winds also favourable. Year-round, best October to April.

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