Murray Mouth

Murray Mouth is a river delta system where the Murray River meets the Indian Ocean in South Australia. The spot features extensive sandbars, shallow lagoons, and tidal channels characteristic of a large river delta. The coastline faces southeast toward open water, with protected lagoon areas to the north and exposed ocean conditions to the south. This location offers a sheltered lagoon environment suitable for intermediate riders seeking flat-water practice or lighter wind sessions. Side-shore winds from the northeast or southwest provide the safest conditions. The spot's primary challenges include extremely low wind reliability (20.6%), shallow depths requiring careful navigation around sandbars, and strong tidal influences that create unpredictable currents. Water visibility is limited due to river sediment. Best suited for intermediate riders comfortable with variable conditions and shallow-water navigation. Sessions work best during neap tides when current strength diminishes. The delta environment requires awareness of constantly shifting sand formations and channels. Wind tends toward light and inconsistent, making this better for progression rather than high-wind sessions.