A wonderful harbour paddle that feels very remote even though it's so close to the city. Explore the mangroves and discover your own secret beach makes this a really fun paddle. Highly recommended.
Paddle Time: 30-60 mins reasonable paddling but add more time if cruising/exploring.
Launch/Parking: Ngataringa Access Rd past sports fields and stop by small access channel opposite the cricket nets and park on side of the road. Stanley Bay, Bayswater Ferry Wharf
Experience/Fitness Level: Great spot for Beginners and Intermediates+
Tide: Mid-High - very tidal so only mid-high tides.
Hazards: Very safe spot with very little boat traffic. Shelly bottom, rocky launch so booties useful. Tide sucks right out of the bay so keep an eye on it so you don't get stuck in the mudflats.
Wind: S-SW-W blows across/down the harbour so need light winds in those directions or gets choppy quickly. NW-N-NE winds blow across Ngataringa Bay. E-SE across the bay.
Tips: Booties useful as shelly bottom in places. Take a camera as there are some interesting photos and perspectives of the city.
Things to explore: Paddle east towards Lake Rd and into the mangroves and paddle as far up the mangroves as you dare or can turn around - what ever comes first. Paddling through the mangroves is really cool experience. Check out the secret shelly beach in the middle of the bay and have a picnic. Sprint across the bay and then explore the northern side and around into the Bayswater Marina and back again.
Amenities: Toilets at Bayswater Ferry Terminal?, Toilets at Ngataringa sports fields? Cafés/Bars in Devonport.
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