Jetty Island, Washington (USA) is a Shallow, Flat and Chop spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended
wind for kitesurfing is
wind coming
from
NW
.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy
Nightlife
close to Jetty Island, Washington (USA) !
Jetty Island, Washington (USA) is a Shallow, Flat and Chop spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended
wind for kitesurfing is
wind coming
from
NW
.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy
Nightlife
close to Jetty Island, Washington (USA) !
How to get there
This 4-mile-long by half-mile-wide man-made island lies just off the Everett waterfront. A free summer ferry transports visitors about every half-hour across the Snohomish River channel until Sept. 5. From northbound Interstate 5, take Exit 193 in Everett and turn left onto Pacific Avenue. Go through town, turn right on West Marine View Drive, and head north 1.5 miles. Turn left into the 10th Street Boat Launch. From southbound I-5, take Exit 194 and turn right onto Everett Avenue. This island is only accessible by boat. During the hotter summer months (July to September) a free ferry service takes people to and from the Island. Most kiters raft, or kayak across to the island. Others have boats, but Jetty Island is only 200-300 yards from the mainland. Watch out for currents if your rafting across since they can be strong during tidal changes.
This 4-mile-long by half-mile-wide man-made island lies just off the Everett waterfront. A free summer ferry transports visitors about every half-hour across the Snohomish River channel until Sept. 5. From northbound Interstate 5, take Exit 193 in Everett and turn left onto Pacific Avenue. Go through town, turn right on West Marine View Drive, and head north 1.5 miles. Turn left into the 10th Street Boat Launch. From southbound I-5, take Exit 194 and turn right onto Everett Avenue. This island is only accessible by boat. During the hotter summer months (July to September) a free ferry service takes people to and from the Island. Most kiters raft, or kayak across to the island. Others have boats, but Jetty Island is only 200-300 yards from the mainland. Watch out for currents if your rafting across since they can be strong during tidal changes.
Riding Conditions in Jetty Island, Washington (USA)
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Water temp: during the hottest summer months (July to September). Incoming tides over hot sand warms the water to a nice temp in the 70's°F. You can get by with just board shorts, but if you kite out too far the deeper water is cold! A 2mm shorty is ideal. Early, and late summer you will need a full suit.
Recommended
wind for kitesurfing is
wind coming
from
NW
.
There is
Thermal wind
at Jetty Island, Washington (USA).
The wind is usually only good on a hot summer Northerly. The island gets a good thermal kick from the West, and the winds are supper smooth, giving the island the nickname "Steady Jetty". The wind is sideonshore from the Northwest and starts any time between 2 and 7pm.
Wind
usually
blows
from NW
on the spot.
The
best moments to come
to Jetty Island, Washington (USA) are
June, July and August
.
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Water temp: during the hottest summer months (July to September). Incoming tides over hot sand warms the water to a nice temp in the 70's°F. You can get by with just board shorts, but if you kite out too far the deeper water is cold! A 2mm shorty is ideal. Early, and late summer you will need a full suit.
Recommended
wind for kitesurfing is
wind coming
from
NW
.
There is
Thermal wind
at Jetty Island, Washington (USA).
The wind is usually only good on a hot summer Northerly. The island gets a good thermal kick from the West, and the winds are supper smooth, giving the island the nickname "Steady Jetty". The wind is sideonshore from the Northwest and starts any time between 2 and 7pm.
Wind
usually
blows
from NW
on the spot.
The
best moments to come
to Jetty Island, Washington (USA) are
June, July and August
.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Jetty Island, Washington (USA) is a
Shallow, Flat and Chop spot.
The
launching/landing area
is reported to be of
Tidal size.
Gently sloping beach. A lot of water remains in the beach sand at low tide, so don't wear shoes you care about. During the summer months (July to September), the island is packed with people and tons of kids. Kiters must launch and land at the far North tip of the island to avoid crowds. Tides: the beach slop is very gradual. During low tides, the water easily goes out over 100yards leaving plenty of room for launching and landing. During high tide the beach is almost completely gone. At these times you must go to the North tip of the Island for launching and landing. Up there a sand clearing will give you space. This is the same place kiter's go, to avoid the summer swimming crowds.
Shallow and flat water.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Jetty Island, Washington (USA) is a
Shallow, Flat and Chop spot.
The
launching/landing area
is reported to be of
Tidal size.
Gently sloping beach. A lot of water remains in the beach sand at low tide, so don't wear shoes you care about. During the summer months (July to September), the island is packed with people and tons of kids. Kiters must launch and land at the far North tip of the island to avoid crowds. Tides: the beach slop is very gradual. During low tides, the water easily goes out over 100yards leaving plenty of room for launching and landing. During high tide the beach is almost completely gone. At these times you must go to the North tip of the Island for launching and landing. Up there a sand clearing will give you space. This is the same place kiter's go, to avoid the summer swimming crowds.
Shallow and flat water.
Need to know
Careful about the other beach users, especially in
July and August
.
Please respect
local rules
when you are on the spot.
Talk to a local before you go on water.
There are
riding zones
on the spot, be sure you respect them.
Need to know
Need to know
Careful about the other beach users, especially in
July and August
.
Please respect
local rules
when you are on the spot.
Talk to a local before you go on water.
There are
riding zones
on the spot, be sure you respect them.
We don’t know if a parking is available at Jetty Island, Washington (USA).
There are
Showers
available on the spot.
No pets or bikes. Adults must accompany children younger than 12. Not everything available on the island, so bring sunscreen and water. During summer the island is very crowded with people, and lots of curious kids. Then all kiteboarders move to the far North tip of the island to avoid accidents with innocent bystanders. Alcohol is prohibited on Jetty Island, and brings a $1000 fine to violators. Do not ride in the lagoon.
Webcams around Jetty Island, Washington (USA)
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