Sunset Beach

There is surf at this beach, although not large. It gets choppy if wind is over 15mph. Tide is significant but does not affect riding. You can usually see seals, dolphins and whales when they are migrating. The beach is sandy and clean, although there could be some debris such as pieces of small wood buried in the sand. There could also be some shells, specially when tide is low. The beach is about 200 feet wide but you must keep your kite at least 100 feet away from homes. Entry and exit between Broadway and 16th St. On a good day there could be up to 40 kiters on this beach. The wind is usually sideonshore from the N to NW and it is the best direction. It usually blows from 8mph to 20mph. The average is around 15mph. It starts dying towards mid September and is pretty much dead by mid October. Season is usually from April to Mid October. You can kite off-season before or after a storm when it gets windy, otherwise winds remain sub 10mph. In summer time expect temperatures in excess of 75°F and the water in the upper 60s or low 70s°F. It starts getting colder in mid September so bring a shorty wetsuit. Water: Chop, Smallwave. Features: School, Shop, Rescue, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking. Rider ability: Intermediate, Expert.

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