Kitesurfing Pelican Point
Western Australia, Australia
Wind & Conditions
About Pelican Point
Pelican Point is a geographical feature and nature reserve on the Swan River in Perth, located at Matilda Bay near the University of Western Australia. The point is named for the pelicans that rest on sand bars at the end of the point.
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Best Season
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Pelican Point.
World Ranking
RegionalNot globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
Location
Pelican Point, Western Australia, Australia, Australia
Lat: -31.987257903962, Lon: 115.82628250122
Facilities & Services
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn
- Aqua Viva Function Centre Restaurant
- Pattysmiths Restaurant
- Campus Kebabs Restaurant
- Toshine Restaurant
- Bayside Kitchen Restaurant
- Subway Restaurant
- Matilda Bay Restaurant Restaurant
- Varsity Bar / Café
- Utopia UWA Bar / Café
- Hackett Café Bar / Café
- Steve's Bar / Café
- Neddies Bar / Café
- Reid Library Bar / Café
Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors
When is the best time to kitesurf at Pelican Point?
Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Pelican Point — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Is Pelican Point suitable for beginner kiters?
Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.
What wind direction works at Pelican Point?
Wind direction is critical at Pelican Point — the right angle makes the difference between a great session and an unsafe one. Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
What kite size do you need at Pelican Point?
Kite size at Pelican Point depends on the day's wind strength and your weight. Most kiters rig between 10m and 14m. Breeza calculates the ideal size for your gear, so you know before you leave whether it's a go.
Is it safe to kitesurf at Pelican Point?
Safety at Pelican Point depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.
See if Pelican Point is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.
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