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Yorkeys Knob, Australia

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Yorkeys Knob, Australia is a Shallow, Flat, Chop and Small waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from SE and SSE .
There is Food available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Yorkeys Knob, Australia !
Yorkeys Knob, Australia is a Shallow, Flat, Chop and Small waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from SE and SSE .
There is Food available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Yorkeys Knob, Australia !
How to get there
10 minutes north of the airpoirt or 15 mins north of the city. Buses do run from the city center. If driving with a car, take the Yorkeys Knob turn off and follow your nose to the beach. Kite area is 200m north of the main beach. It is the 2nd beach north to the airport.
Nearest Airports
Distance
Brisbane (BNE)
1820km from spot
Townsville (TSV)
380km from spot
Mackay (MKY)
785km from spot
How to get there
How to get there
10 minutes north of the airpoirt or 15 mins north of the city. Buses do run from the city center. If driving with a car, take the Yorkeys Knob turn off and follow your nose to the beach. Kite area is 200m north of the main beach. It is the 2nd beach north to the airport.
Nearest Airports
Distance
Brisbane (BNE)
1820km from spot
Townsville (TSV)
380km from spot
Mackay (MKY)
785km from spot

Yorkeys Knob, Australia, next to Cairns, Cairns, Australia

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Riding Conditions in Yorkeys Knob, Australia
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
You may need a light wetsuit in July and August otherwise expect water temps of 24°C and air temp of 28°C. Summer is ok but inconsistent and you do need a full stinger suit as there are deadly marine stingers from November to May.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from SE and SSE .
There is Trade wind at Yorkeys Knob, Australia.
Wind direction is S to SE usually 12-20 knts but can blow to 25 knts on good days. Very consistent during April to September. Best winds start from June. Usually builds up at noon till evening.
Wind usually blows from SE and SSE, S on the spot.
The best moments to come to Yorkeys Knob, Australia are June, July, August and September .
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
You may need a light wetsuit in July and August otherwise expect water temps of 24°C and air temp of 28°C. Summer is ok but inconsistent and you do need a full stinger suit as there are deadly marine stingers from November to May.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from SE and SSE .
There is Trade wind at Yorkeys Knob, Australia.
Wind direction is S to SE usually 12-20 knts but can blow to 25 knts on good days. Very consistent during April to September. Best winds start from June. Usually builds up at noon till evening.
Wind usually blows from SE and SSE, S on the spot.
The best moments to come to Yorkeys Knob, Australia are June, July, August and September .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Yorkeys Knob, Australia is a Shallow, Flat, Chop and Small waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
Nice wide sandy beach with grass strip behind the trees, allocated for wind/kite surfing only, near parking and water supply.
Flat to choppy water with up to 1/2 meter of wave action. There are some flat riding area depending on the sand banks. There are 600 meters of rideable area before you get to the river mouth where you will find really nice flat conditions, but there are crocodiles and is not recommended for people who spend a lot of time in the water. Be warned don't kite north of the the rigging area as this can lead you to being swept onto rocks or the swimming area. Be aware of Stinger (jelly fish) during season.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Yorkeys Knob, Australia is a Shallow, Flat, Chop and Small waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
Nice wide sandy beach with grass strip behind the trees, allocated for wind/kite surfing only, near parking and water supply.
Flat to choppy water with up to 1/2 meter of wave action. There are some flat riding area depending on the sand banks. There are 600 meters of rideable area before you get to the river mouth where you will find really nice flat conditions, but there are crocodiles and is not recommended for people who spend a lot of time in the water. Be warned don't kite north of the the rigging area as this can lead you to being swept onto rocks or the swimming area. Be aware of Stinger (jelly fish) during season.
Need to know
There are riding zones on the spot, be sure you respect them.
Need to know
Need to know
There are riding zones on the spot, be sure you respect them.
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4.5/5 (8)
#2: Surf Connect
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4.6/5 (100)
#3: WindSwell
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5/5 (61)
Additional information
A parking is available at Yorkeys Knob, Australia.
The spot has Toilets facilities .
There is Food available on the spot
Stay north of the rigging area. Beginners please stay south of the main area and stay out of the high use area. Do not teach here as there are 2 schools that have permits and you will be fined by Marine parks if you run any commercial activity without a permit. Check about the stinger (jelly fish) season, which ends in June, before getting in the water.
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