Avalon Point
- Freeride, Shortboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Small waves, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Crowded
- Crowd Level
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About
Avalon Point (also known as Avalon Kite Beach) is a fairly exposed point break near Falcon/Mandurah with crystal-clear water and a reef/rock bottom. Surf is typically consistent, and the break can hold meaningful size when conditions line up. However, the bottom is shallow and rocky, so conditions can be unforgiving—especially at low tide. For surfing, the spot is characterized as a peeling left point break with good-to-excellent quality depending on swell and wind. Sources describe it as exposed and capable of handling larger swells, becoming a standout left when the offshore wind direction helps keep faces clean. Reported optimal swell direction is south-southwest to southwest, with a working swell height window around 1.0–3.0 meters. For wind sports in summer, the spot is supported by a reliable afternoon sea-breeze pattern (Fremantle Doctor-style). Kitesurfing is described as versatile—flat to small chop inside the reef and more wave riding on the outer reef. Windsurfing is also associated with bump-and-jump / wave-sailing conditions in the sea breeze, while wingfoiling is possible on the outer reef but limited by shallow inner reef sections. Safety is a key theme at Avalon Point: sea urchins are widespread, sharks and strong currents are mentioned, and the reef becomes very shallow at low tide. Local guidance strongly emphasizes tide checks and booties to reduce the risk from sharp reef/urchins, and riders should also be mindful of crowding at the point and downwind positioning around the main surfing peak.
- Consistent exposed point-break surf
- Strong summer sea-breeze wind pattern
- Crystal-clear water
- Crystal-clear water and generally consistent point-break surf.
- Strong summer sea-breeze pattern supports kitesurfing and windsurfing.
- Good conditions when swell and wind align; can hold significant size.
- Very shallow reef bottom with sea urchins; tide awareness is critical.
- Point break can get very crowded on good swell days.
- Rocks/reef make it less forgiving for intermediate surfers and for waders/kite launchers in the wrong spot.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NNE, NW, NNW, SW, SSW, S
- Offshore directions
- N, NE, NNE, ENE, NW, NNW
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Sea breeze — Summer Fremantle Doctor-style afternoon sea breeze reported for the spot area; wind used for kite/surf/wind sports is commonly NW–W–SSW range.
- Reliability
- High during summer months
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Reported as light gusts.
- Best Months
- January, February, July, August, December
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 7–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Small waves, Ocean
- Beach
- Rocks — Conflicting beach composition reports (rocks vs sand). Reef/rock bottom is consistent across inputs.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Medium wave size reported for the spot.
- Launch
- Medium — Medium-sized sandy beach located just north of the rocky point; reported also as ~1 km north of the channel.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Moderate launch difficulty reported; shallow reef increases risk.
Through the year
Highest in summer and during school holidays; surfing peak is crowded on weekends with good swell.
Winter (June to August) brings more frequent rainfall and storm fronts.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Small-to-medium wave kitesurfing with crystal-clear water; versatile area with flat water inside reef and wave riding on the outer reef.
- Kite Sizes
- 7–12 m²
Popular for wave sailing and bump-and-jump conditions in the summer sea breeze.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.5–6 m²
Suitable for foiling on the outer reef, but caution is required due to shallow inner reef sections.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Foiling friendliness reported as limited.
- Min Depth
- 1.0m
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Fairly exposed point break with consistent surf; rocky/shallow reef bottom affects suitability and ride safety.
- Wave Direction
- Left
- Optimal Swell
- SSW, SW
- Swell Height
- 1–3 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Optimal tide reported differently across inputs: one source states mid tide; another states all-tides. Reef shallow sections make tide awareness important.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed point break.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore in East to Northeast winds, creating cleaner faces for surfing.
- Bigger Swell
- Handles large swells well; can become a world-class left.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Quality described as good/excellent depending on swell-wind alignment.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Surf-forecast guide describes fairly consistent surf with moderate power; another provider describes it as powerful at times—conditions vary with swell and wind alignment.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Peeling reported.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Medium peel speed reported.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Up to 100 meters reported.
- Typical Ride Length
- 100 m
- Ride Length Details
- Can offer long, peeling lefts when swell and wind align; up to ~100 meters reported.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Avalon Point in the full forecast view.
Avalon Point wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–14 ktsGusts 25 kts
- Direction
- SSW199°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2414 kts
- Windy days
- 4/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.4–2.1 m10s period
- Temperature
- 8–23 °C
Over the next 7 days, Avalon Point is forecast for daytime winds of 4–14 kts, peaking around 14 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 25 kts. The prevailing direction is SSW. Waves run 0.4–2.1 m with a period of about 10s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Sharks
- Urchins (sea urchins)
- Reefs
- Rocks
- Strong currents
- Shallow reef
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguard presence reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue availability reported as limited (regional coverage noted).
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospital is Peel Health Campus in Mandurah. Call 000 for emergency services.
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate — Reported as moderate localism.
Rules of the spot
Respect local surfers at the point; kitesurfers and windsurfers should stay downwind of the main surfing peak. (No other specific onsite rules were confirmed in the provided data.)
- If entering from the reef-facing area, be prepared for very shallow sections over the reef, especially at low tide.
- Booties are recommended to protect against sea urchins and sharp reef.
- Check the tide before heading out as the reef becomes very shallow at low tide.
- Watch for urchins and sharks.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Mandurah
- Nearest Town
- Falcon
- Parking
- Beach car park / dedicated paved car park overlooking the spot.
- Access
- From Rockingham drive south until you get to Falcon. About 1 km north of the channel. Follow signs to the beach car park at the end of Avalon Parade.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Various holiday rentals and apartments in Falcon and Mandurah.
- Food & Drink
- Local cafes and shops available in Falcon, a short drive from the beach.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental available via local shops in Mandurah and some mobile kite schools.
- Gear Repair
- Gear repair available at surf and kite shops in the Mandurah area.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Avalon Point?
The best overall months at Avalon Point are January, February, July, August, December.
Which wind directions work at Avalon Point?
Avalon Point works with N, NNE, NW, NNW, SW, SSW, S winds. Offshore directions are N, NE, NNE, ENE, NW, NNW.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Avalon Point?
Recommended equipment sizes at Avalon Point: Kitesurfing: 7–12 m² · Windsurfing: 4.5–6 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–25 kts.
What skill level is Avalon Point suitable for?
Avalon Point suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Intermediate to Advanced.