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Shine County Park is a kitesurfing spot at the northern entrance of Hood Canal, on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State. This park offers access to the junction between Hood Canal and Admiralty Inlet. The spot benefits from winds channeled through Hood Canal. Tide-influenced body of water with significant currents at the canal entrance. Pacific Northwest forest setting with views of the Olympic Mountains.
Open all year round
Intermediate
Riding at the Hood Canal / Admiralty Inlet junction with cold saltwater (7-13°C/45-55°F). A 5/3mm wetsuit recommended. Strong tidal currents at the canal entrance. Formed chop when wind opposes current. Rocky and sandy bottom. Tides strongly influence conditions.
Very strong tidal currents at the Hood Canal entrance — risk of rapid drift. Very cold water — hypothermia risk. Maritime traffic including submarines from Bangor Naval Base. Submerged rocks. Relatively isolated spot. Rapid condition changes at the junction of water masses.
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