Southport - Broadwater Tourist Park
Australie
Southport
Broadwater Tourist Park in Southport, on the Gold Coast in Queensland, is a popular spot for its location by the Broadwater, a calm body of water ideal for water activities. The park offers direct access to the beach and a launch ramp, perfect for kitesurfing enthusiasts looking for peaceful sessions.
Surrounded by amenities like pools, a tennis court, and playgrounds, this spot combines relaxation with proximity to Gold Coast attractions, just 5 km from Surfers Paradise. Locals appreciate its family-friendly atmosphere and flat water for stress-free rides.
The sandy bottom and the absence of waves make it a solid choice for progressing in freestyle or freeride.
Les données de vent affichées ici proviennent d’ERA5 (via Open-Meteo) sur 4 ans, retraitées pour refléter des conditions réalistes.
👉 Le vent moyen a été calibré pour éviter la sous-estimation habituelle des modèles.
👉 Les rafales ont été corrigées par un ratio médian afin d’éviter des valeurs extrêmes irréalistes.
👉 Chaque jour est résumé par le vent médian (P50) observé pendant les heures utiles (8h–20h), puis classé dans des plages de vent.
👉 Le mode pondéré mélange vent moyen et rafales pour refléter au mieux le vent ressenti.
- 🟢 10–16 nds : vent faible mais navigable (notamment en foil).
- 🟡 16–22 nds : plage idéale, conditions confortables pour la majorité.
- 🔴 22–28 nds : vent fort, réservé aux riders expérimentés.
- 🟣 28+ nds : conditions extrêmes, navigation engagée.
Localisation & Points d'intérêt
Informations utiles
flatflatThe Broadwater Tourist Park spot works well with winds from N to S, as indicated by local riders, oriented side-shore or side-on relative to the east-west facing beach. The riding area extends over the Broadwater, a sheltered bay with flat water even in strong winds, thanks to the protection of surrounding lands.
Launching is done directly from the park's beach via the boat ramp, easily accessible for vans and campers. The launch area is spacious on the sand, with enough room to launch without hassle. Be cautious of boat mooring areas in the center of the bay, to be avoided to stay in the rider-friendly space near the shore.
At low tide, the water remains navigable with foot possible near the shore; at high tide, the water gains depth without changing its flat character. Ideal sessions occur in the middle of the day when the thermal wind rises from inland.
Ideal conditions are winds from N, NNE, NE, ENE, ESE, SE, SSE, S at 15-25 kts, side-shore for a mirror-like water surface and consistent power. Avoid strong pure onshore winds from the NE that could create chop.
The water is generally flat to light chop, ideal for freestyle and wakestyle, with no waves thanks to the protection of the Broadwater. The sandy bottom ensures safe falls.
Currents are weak in the Broadwater due to its sheltered nature, but they can accelerate near the passes or channels leading to the ocean. Tides slightly influence the flow, with a moderate tidal range of 1-2 m.
Check tide schedules to avoid unexpected outings to more exposed areas.
Opt for sizes of 9 to 12 m² in typical conditions of 15-25 kts, going down to 7-9 m² in strong winds and up to 12-14 m² in light sessions. Adjust according to your weight and style.
The wind regime is dominated by trade winds from NE to SE in summer, reinforced by thermal winds in the afternoon, often reaching 15-25 kts. In winter, cold fronts bring more consistent and powerful winds from S to SW.
No specific local name, but the wind is reliable on weekends with few obstacles for consistent power on the spot.
The subtropical climate of the Gold Coast offers pleasant temperatures year-round, with averages of 20-28°C in winter and up to 30°C in summer. The wet seasons from December to March bring warmth and showers, while the Australian winter (June-August) is drier and milder, perfect for kitesurfing.
The current wind score of 37/100 with 20.6 kts indicates average conditions, but the best months vary according to local weather systems.
The depth is gradual with a completely sandy bottom, foot up to about 50 m from the shore at low tide. Beyond that, it rises to 2-3 m quickly, safe for restarts.
Temperatures range from 20°C in winter to 26°C in summer, with a shorty wetsuit recommended outside the hot season. The water remains warm year-round due to the subtropical climate.