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Sandy beach · Best wind: W, WNW
The most popular Gorge launch. Consistent thermal winds 15-30 mph in summer. Sandy beach, good for all kite sizes. Event Beach and The Hook.
Sandy spit · Best wind: W, WNW
Too Light
WNW (288°)
74°F
Current, gusty conditions, and strong thermal winds. Expert-level spot with big air potential. Sandspit extends into the Columbia.
Grassy shore · Best wind: W, WNW
Light
W (269°)
73°F
Sheltered flat water inside the sandbar. Best beginner spot in the Gorge. Lessons available. Light to moderate winds.
Rocky shore · Best wind: W, WNW
Strong currents and powerful winds. Big swell when the wind is pumping. Advanced kiters only. Spectacular scenery.
W (280°)
77°F
Eastern Gorge spot with reliable thermal winds. Less crowded than Hood River. Flat water and good wind.
Famous wave-sailing spot in the central Gorge. Powerful winds and current. Home of the yearly freestyle events.
Sandy beach · Best wind: S, SW
Protected flat water near Everett. Accessible by free ferry in summer. Great beginner kite spot with sandy bottom.
Grassy / beach · Best wind: S, SW, N
W (270°)
66°F
Seattle's most popular kite spot on Lake Washington. South winds work best. Can get gusty with thermals.
Sandy beach · Best wind: NW, W, SW
Ocean kiting with waves. Strong currents near the jetty. Advanced only due to cold water and ocean conditions.
Wide open beach for kiting. Summer thermals and ocean winds. Site of the Washington State International Kite Festival.
Sandy shore · Best wind: NW, N
Rideable
NNE (21°)
53°F
Protected freshwater lake near the coast. Consistent NW thermals in summer. Great beginner spot with lessons.
Sandy beach · Best wind: NW, N
World-class wave riding. Annual Pistol River Wave Bash. Powerful winds and big waves. Expert-level ocean conditions.
NNE (27°)
65°F
Denver metro's primary kite spot. Consistent afternoon thermals from the south. Sandy launch.
Grassy shore · Best wind: S, SW, W
Flat water kiting in Aurora. Good for beginners. Steady afternoon winds.
N (5°)
63°F
Northern Front Range kiting near Longmont. Consistent winds, fewer crowds than Chatfield.
San Francisco's iconic kite spot under the Golden Gate Bridge. Strong, gusty ocean winds. Current hazard.
Sandy beach · Best wind: NW, W
SSE (156°)
52°F
NorCal's best wave kiting. Consistent NW thermals. Sandy launch with wave riding.
Sandy beach · Best wind: SW, W
SSE (148°)
Long Beach area kiting. Flat water inside the breakwall. Thermal winds in summer.