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Potholes Reservoir is a kitesurfing spot in the Columbia Basin desert, in central Washington State, at 318 meters altitude. This reservoir is surrounded by an arid steppe landscape with basalt rock formations. The waterway offers excellent flatwater conditions with regular winds blowing across the desert plateau. Summers are hot and dry with intense sunshine, providing ideal kitesurfing conditions. The reservoir is part of Potholes State Park.
Fresh reservoir water, warm in summer (18-24°C). Shorty or 3/2 wetsuit in summer. Sandy and rocky bottom with shallow areas. Flat waterway, ideal for freestyle and learning. Winds crossing the plateau at 12-25 knots in summer. The reservoir is well-sized, offering sufficient riding space. Conditions are reliable thanks to the semi-arid climate with little precipitation.
Intermediate
Open all year round
Intense summer heat in the Columbia Basin desert: risk of dehydration and heatstroke. Little shade on the shores. Basalt rocks along the banks and below the surface. Recreational and fishing boat traffic, especially on weekends. Winds can be gusty through rock formations. Rattlesnakes possible in the surrounding steppe. Occasional summer thunderstorms with dangerous lightning.
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