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Witsands Beach

Witsands Beach

About

Witsands Beach, so named for its long stretch of white sand, is largely popular among kitesurfers on windy days. From the sea-cliff road, it is a steep walk down one of the sandy tracks to the beach. Another option is to drive down to the car park serving a boat-launching ramp, which is accessed from a road just outside the entrance gates to Soetwater Resort.

On a rocky headland known as ‘Die Eiland’ (the island), is a crayfish processing factory. Surfers know the ‘crayfish factory’ as a big-wave surf spot. Swimming is best limited to calm days as powerful waves and rip currents may catch unaware swimmers. The beach is backed by rolling dunes that constitute a seasonal wetland area.

Location

Witsands, Scarborough

Features and facilities

  • Parking
  • Boat launch and slipway
  • Dogs off leads allowed

Activities

  • Water sports
  • Dog walking

Booking and tariffs

Please see the Recreation and Parks Tariffs Booklet in the document download section below for more information about booking a facility.

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