Thunder Reef

Thunder Reef is located on Victoria's southeastern coast near Cape Byron, Australia, featuring a rocky reef system extending into open ocean. The spot is characterized by exposed granite and basalt outcrops that create dynamic wave and current conditions. The coastline faces northeast with the reef system extending seaward, creating a confined launching and landing area. Best conditions occur with northwesterly to westerly winds (270-315°) providing side-shore conditions parallel to the rocky shore. Wind reliability is modest at 37.7%, and average wave heights of 1.63m are typically accompanied by rough, choppy conditions due to reef interaction. This spot suits advanced to expert kiters comfortable navigating around rock hazards and managing strong localized currents. Water temperatures average 13.5°C requiring thermal protection. The limited beach access, rocky terrain, shallow reef sections, and powerful currents demand excellent local knowledge. Not recommended for beginners or intermediate riders due to hazard concentration and rescue difficulty.