Lake Conjola

Lake Conjola is a shallow, clear, flat-water kitesurfing and winging location on the NSW South Coast, with conditions that vary from calm lake water to small waves near the entrance. The main wind story is the NE sea breeze in summer, typically strong enough for 15–25 knots, and it often builds from midday into the late afternoon. Launch access is commonly via the caravan park boardwalk to the beach, with an alternative approach through Cunjurong Point (Ottawa Street) followed by a short walk on the sand. Sandbar launches at/near the lake mouth are common, but the entrance area is also where conditions demand extra attention because of tidal currents. Safety is the key consideration: strong outgoing tides at the entrance can pull you toward the ocean quickly—particularly dangerous if the wind drops while you’re committed in the kiting/rowing zone. Shallow sandbars, occasional debris/edge obstacles, and boats/watercraft traffic inside the estuary add to the operational complexity. Lifeguard presence is reported as seasonal in some notes, while another note indicates no lifeguard services for this beach; rescue availability is also reported as no at the spot level. For the rest of the year, reports describe occasional storms and cold winter conditions, while water temperature trends from the mid-teens in winter to low-20s in summer. Overall, the spot is best treated as a summer wind location where you pair your riding plans with careful timing around the entrance tides and local access rules during peak holiday crowds.