Green Point (Kelso)

Green Point (Kelso) is a rugged, reef-influenced spot on the South Coast, best known for a right-hand point break that delivers long, powerful, fast waves with world-class quality. The wave can start working on small swell (less than 1 m) and is described as holding up to around 4 m+, becoming heavy and technical on larger days. The spot is exposed and the bottom includes reef/coral areas, so the wave zone requires careful navigation. For surfing, the optimum conditions repeatedly point to low tide and south to south-easterly swells, producing consistent right-hand walls and fast peeling/between-peeling wave shapes. Normal ride lengths are commonly reported in the 50–150 m range, with very good days extending to roughly 150–300 m (and up to ~300 m on optimal days). Because the environment is reefy and exposed, entry/exit routes and takeoff lines matter—especially when swell is running. Wind sports are supported by a clear best wind direction for kiting (NE). Kitesurfing is described as high-performance wave riding with long right-handers coming off the point, with recommended kite sizes spanning about 7–12 m² and an advanced skill level requirement. Windsurfing is less emphasized but still described as suitable for advanced riders in wave styles, with recommended sails around 4.7–5.7 m² in the south or NE winds. Safety considerations are a central theme: hazards include sharks and sharp rocks/reef (including coral/sharp reef notes) and strong currents/rip tendencies near rocks when the swell is active. The spot is recommended for experienced/advanced riders only, and local guidance emphasizes avoiding dawn/dusk (and murky water after heavy rains). No lifeguard presence is reported, and sea rescue is described as limited in the wider area, so self-reliance and conservative decision-making are important.