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Vancouver Island / Nitinat Lake Camping

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Canada, Duncan, Malachan 11, Canada
Coordinates: 48.8055, -124.6808
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Tidal lake located on the West coast of Vancouver Island. Water is small lake waves to chop. The beach has some sand, pebbles and grass. A good safe launch with many kiters. Windy whenever it is sunny to the east. 15-30 knots. Usually 18-25 knots. During Summer windy 80% of the time. Very, very reliable. Thermal winds make Nitinaht one of the most consistent wind location in Canada. Season May to September, air 15-25°C, water 10-16°C. Full wetsuit needed. Water: Flat, Chop. Features: Camping, School, Shop, Rental, Rescue, Toilet, Food, Parking. Rider ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert.

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3 kn

SW · gusts 7 kn

Waves

0.8 m

8s period

Swell

0.5 m

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Updated 23/08/2026, 02:02:22

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