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West Haven is a kitesurfing spot in West Haven, Connecticut, on Long Island Sound, just west of New Haven. The town has one of the longest public beaches in Connecticut, offering plenty of space for kitesurfing. The south-facing beach benefits from good fetch in the Sound. West Haven is easily accessible from I-95 and downtown New Haven. It's the main spot for the New Haven area kite community, offering free beach access.
Long Island Sound facing south with good fetch. Flat water to moderate chop. Brackish water. Sandy bottom. Long beach offering plenty of space. Significant tidal range. Cold water — wetsuit needed most of the year.
Intermediate
Open all year round
Swimmers in summer. Tidal currents. Boat traffic — Port of New Haven nearby. Cold water. Debris possible in water near the port area. Thunderstorms possible in summer.
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