West Inlet

West Inlet is a river delta system located in southeastern Australia where tidal and fluvial processes create a complex network of shallow channels and mudflats. The coastline orientation (northwest-facing) creates a protected environment with limited wave exposure. The spot benefits from side-shore northeast winds that align with occasional prevailing patterns, though wind reliability is notably low at 14.7%. Water conditions are choppy rather than organized swell-driven, typical of shallow delta environments. The area suits beginners and early intermediates due to minimal wave height (0.51m average) and protected waters, though the soft bottom and shallow depths require careful navigation. Kitesurfing is feasible during stronger wind windows, but practitioners should expect variable conditions related to tidal cycles. The low water temperature (12.8°C) necessitates appropriate thermal protection. Best conditions occur when northeast winds coincide with favorable tidal stages that deepen channels and reduce current complexity.