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Spot de Kite Park / Columbia River

Kite Park / Columbia River

Kite Park / Columbia River

United States

45.69 | -120.79

Overview

Kite Park is a kitesurfing spot on the Columbia River in the eastern Gorge, on the Washington side, near Maryhill. As its name suggests, it's a dedicated kitesurfing site with good water access. The spot benefits from powerful Gorge thermal winds funneling from the west. Flat water conditions on the reservoir. Semi-arid landscape with hills and basalt cliffs. Popular eastern Gorge spot with an active local community.

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Columbia reservoir with fresh water. Pleasant temperature in summer (19-23°C/66-73°F). Shorty to 3/2mm wetsuit in summer. Flat water to light chop — excellent conditions. Moderate current. Sandy to rocky bottom. Good riding area.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

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Hazards

Thermal winds can increase rapidly with gusts. Current in the main channel. Barge traffic. Intense summer heat — stay hydrated. Rocks along the shores.

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