About This Spot
Hervey Bay / The Dome, Australia is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Australia.
Situated in Australia, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–NW–NNW winds, peaking from January to December, Hervey Bay / The Dome, Australia delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Season normally goes from approx. October to April. Average 10-15 kts N or NW winds for this beach. Sometimes up to 20+ kts. After April, the wind turns W to SW and is gusty/patchy. Can also be used on SE or East wind. This beach is only usually kited on N (onshore) or NW (sideonshore) winds and at lower tides.
When to Go
Air temps average from low 20's°C (at the beginning of the season) to mid 30's°C during summer. Water temps are normally a few degrees lower. A wetsuit (short suit) is nice at the beginning and end of the season. Definitely not required in summer.
What to Expect
Mostly flat. Some chop/swell at high tide.
Wind & Conditions
N · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
Season normally goes from approx. October to April. Average 10-15 kts N or NW winds for this beach. Sometimes up to 20+ kts. After April, the wind turns W to SW and is gusty/patchy. Can also be used on SE or East wind. This beach is only usually kited on N (onshore) or NW (sideonshore) winds and at lower tides.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Mostly flat. Some chop/swell at high tide.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From the airport, drive into Hervey Bay on Booral Road (which becomes Elizabeth Street) until you get to the Esplanade. Turn left and travel a short distance until you see a large yellow 'dome' on the right. This is a picnic area with a carpark nearby. The launch spot is directly below the picnic area.
Location
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