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Crissey Field State Recreation Site is Oregon's southernmost kitesurfing spot, located just north of the California border, near Brookings. The spot sits at the mouth of the Winchuck River and offers a wide beach with views of Oregon's last coastal cliffs. This area benefits from a milder microclimate than the rest of the Oregon coast, with slightly warmer water and air temperatures. Northwest winds are reliable in summer.
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Cold but slightly warmer water than further north (11-15°C), 4/3 wetsuit in summer, 5/3 in winter. Mix of saltwater and fresh water from the Winchuck River at the mouth. Waves of 1 to 2 meters with northwest swell. Sandy bottom on the main beach. Currents at the river mouth, especially on outgoing tide. The Brookings "Banana Belt" microclimate often provides milder conditions.
Currents at the Winchuck River mouth, especially on outgoing tide. Dangerous sneaker waves on this exposed Pacific beach. Massive driftwood on the beach. Rocks at the beach edges to avoid. Cold water that can cause hypothermia despite the milder microclimate. Relatively isolated spot with limited rescue services. Do not ride alone.
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