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Spot de Kayak Point

Kayak Point

Kayak Point

United States

48.14 | -122.37

Overview

Kayak point is a unique spot for kiting. Here is the description provided by USA NW Kite Spots:\
Get a wind speed reading of +15 SE (not ESE or S) for Everett off the weather radio. 
Get a pressure reading that has a minimum of 1 pt between Bellingham and Seattle also available from the weather radio
 
 Go when the gradient between Seattle and Bellingham has been between .07 and .09 inches.
 While the gradient between Arlington and Port Angeles has been between .12 and .2 inches. 
 The distances are comparable. Seattle to Bellingham is approx. 80 miles and Arlington to Port Angeles is approx. 60 miles.
 
 Know that Kayak is extremely sensitive to wind direction and it's rare to have more than a few hours of good SE sailing. But when it's good, it's reeeeally good. High tides also bring the snags off the beach. 
 
 Orcas are spotted in the channel regularly and seals are usually near shore jibe markers.
As you can see from the above description, Kyak point is not a reliable kiting spot. Kayak point has some other advantages:
  • Great Camping
  • Yourts are available
  • Bathrooms and showers
  • Great fishing and crabbing spot off the pier
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Technical details of Kayak Point spot

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Open all year round

Open all year, wind strength and direction are the driving factor.

Required level

Beginner

On the water

Puget Sound with cold saltwater (7-13°C/45-55°F). A 5/3mm wetsuit recommended, drysuit in winter. Variable conditions depending on wind and tide. High tides float the logs on the beach. Sandy to rocky bottom.

Parking
Plenty of parking is available, daily parking fees are $10.
Wind specificities
Only SE winds
Hazards
No hidden dangers in the water. Watch for buoys used for crab pots or boats.
Winter kiting is dangerous, make sure you wear the appropriate kiting gear, and have warm gloves.
If the tide is at its highest, there is no beach to launch or land. For tide forecast follow this link.
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