Annan River Mouth

Annan River Mouth is a river delta system on Far North Queensland's coast, where freshwater outflow creates distinct water color stratification visible in the satellite imagery. The spot features a northeast-facing coastline with an active river channel creating curved sand spits and shallow lagoon areas. The delta configuration provides natural wind shadowing from dense mangrove forests on the surrounding land. This location suits intermediate kiters comfortable with variable wind and complex water dynamics. Best conditions occur with northwest to west winds (270-315°), providing reliable side-shore orientation. The average 9.3-knot winds and low 28.9% reliability suggest seasonal variability typical of tropical Australian systems. Key considerations include managing river currents that can be strong during tidal exchanges, navigating shallow sandbanks requiring local knowledge, and accounting for choppy water conditions (0.58m average) from river-ocean interaction. The warm 26.2°C water temperature is favorable year-round. Tidal timing significantly affects usable water depth and current strength. This delta environment demands awareness of changing conditions and respect for natural waterway dynamics.