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Horseshoe Bay beach in Port Elliot, South Australia - Real-time ocean conditions and beach information on Salty

Horseshoe Bay

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What is Horseshoe Bay most known for?

Horseshoe Bay is most known for being family and kid-friendly, welcoming dogs, and its scenic pier.

Is Horseshoe Bay kid-friendly?

Yes! Horseshoe Bay is great for families with playground, lifeguards on duty.

Is Horseshoe Bay dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Horseshoe Bay! Be sure to check for any leash requirements or restricted areas.

Is Horseshoe Bay good for surfing?

While not primarily known for surfing, Horseshoe Bay has 2.8ft waves today.

What is the best time of year to visit Horseshoe Bay?

Summer months typically offer the warmest water and air temperatures. Shoulder seasons provide fewer crowds with pleasant conditions.

How are the crowds at Horseshoe Bay?

Horseshoe Bay is a well-equipped beach with parking, restrooms, and lifeguards, which can attract more visitors especially on weekends and holidays. Arrive early for best parking and space.

Is today a good day to swim at Horseshoe Bay?

Swimming is possible with proper precautions. Current conditions: moderate water temperature (67°F, wetsuit recommended), moderate waves, use caution, high UV index (9.4), sun protection essential, lifeguards on duty.

Real-Time Beach Data

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🏖 LAND

Facilities & Restrooms

Restrooms: Yes
Accessible restrooms: Yes
Showers: Yes
Drinking water: Yes
Baby changing: Yes

Parking & Access

Parking: Yes
Bike racks: Yes

Safety & Services

Lifeguard: Yes
Defibrillator: Yes

Recreation & Sports

Playground: Yes
Picnic tables: Yes
BBQ grills: Yes

Food & Beverage

Cafe: Yes

Environment & Maintenance

Trash bins: Yes

Policies & Access

Pets: Allowed
Dogs: Allowed
Wheelchair: Accessible
Accessibility: Yes

Special Features

Pier: Yes
Viewpoint: Yes

Infrastructure

Benches: Yes
Shelters: Yes
Lighting: Yes

💨 AIR

Air temp: 90°F
Wind: 5 mph
Air pressure: 1014 hPa
Feels like: 91°F
Wind direction: W
PM 2.5: 3 µg/m³
Humidity: 19%
AQI: 30
PM 10: 4 µg/m³
Rainfall: 0 mm
Visibility: 15 mi
Dew point: 42°F
Conditions: Clear sky

💧 SEA

Water temp: 67°F
Wave height: 2.8 ft
Swell direction: S
Wave period: 9 sec
Current velocity: 0.4 mph
Swell wave direction: S

☀️ SUN

UV index: 9.4
Sunrise: 6:00 AM
Cloud cover: 0%
Sunset: 8:33 PM
Total daylight hours: 14.5 hrs

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