Key West / Smathers Beach ( ID key_west___smathers_beach )
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Continent: North America
Country: Florida (USA)
Next Big City (Airport): Miami
Next Town: Key West
Latitude: 24.5523
Longitude: -81.767
Type:
- Ocean
Rider Ability:
- Intermediate
Good for:
- Kitesurfing
Features:
- Parking
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Type:
- Shallow
Hazards:
- Swimmers
Quality:
- Crystal Clear
Best Tide:
- Tide Independent
Big shallow area with flat water.Edit
Type:
- Sand
Size:
- Medium
Hazards:
- Trees
Beach crowds:
No Information
White sandy beach. Palm trees along the beach. Many sunbathers. All kiting is done at the Eastern end of Smathers Beach, where the power lines stop.Edit
Spring:
- Shorts
Summer:
- Shorts
Fall:
- Shorts
Winter:
- Shorts
A wetsuit is needed during cold winter fronts coming from North.Edit
Wind Statistic Wind Forecast Wind Report
Best Months:
No Information
Wind Type:
- Thermal Winds
Best Direction:
- E
Main Direction:
No Information
Works with wind from East over South to West. Northerlies are too gusty.Edit
Transport:
- Car
Access:
- Short Walk
Drive to Key West and find Smathers Beach on teh south of teh island, close to the airport.Edit
Rules:
- Restricted Zones
Please follow these rules: Don't ride in the swimmer zones. Kiters must have a safety system. Launch your kite towards the water, not the road. Keep your kite towards the water, away from the power lines. Keep distance from people on the beach. Don't jump on the beach. With onshore winds, kite beginners, who cannot stay upwind, are not allowed to launch their kite or ride. Talk to locals before to avoid any problems.Edit
Good nightlife in Key West all year round.Edit
