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Seaside State Beach is a kitesurfing spot located in the Carlsbad/Encinitas area of northern San Diego County, California. This state beach offers a long stretch of sand with regular west to northwest afternoon thermal winds. The spot benefits from Southern California's mild, sunny climate, with moderate wave conditions suited for intermediate riders.
Open all year round
Intermediate
Ocean beach spot with average waves of 0.3 to 1.5m. Moderate shore break. Water is temperate (15-21°C/59-70°F), a 3/2 wetsuit or shorty depending on season. Sandy bottom with sandbars and occasional pebbles. Spacious riding area offshore. Low coastal bluffs line the beach.
Unstable coastal bluffs — risk of rockfall, do not set up too close. Drift currents along the beach. Busy swimming area in summer. Shore break can complicate entries and exits. Local regulations on kite zones to check. Access sometimes limited by bluff erosion.
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