Woodman's Point

Woodman's Point is a protected lagoon system located on Western Australia's Indian Ocean coast, featuring a distinctive sandbar formation that creates a sheltered embayment. The site is characterized by shallow turquoise waters in the lagoon contrasting with deeper ocean conditions outside. The northeast-facing lagoon entrance provides access to variable wind conditions, with the narrow channel creating potential current effects during tidal exchange. The spot suits beginner to early-intermediate kiters due to protected water conditions and relatively gentle conditions (1.39m average waves, 8.7 knots wind). Best conditions occur with northwest to west winds that provide side-shore orientation parallel to the main beach. The shallow lagoon water allows comfortable progression for learning, though the limited fetch distance restricts wind-generated wave development. Key considerations include watching for the narrow entrance channel currents, avoiding shallow seagrass areas, respecting the rocky outcrops visible in shallow zones, and being aware of residential development and potential boat traffic. Water temperature of 19.5°C requires seasonal wetsuit consideration. The low wind reliability (15.5%) suggests this spot works best during favorable pressure systems.