Richmond Beach, Washington (USA)
Richmond Beach, Washington (USA) is a Flat, Chop and Small waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S, SSW and SW .
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
Richmond Beach, Washington (USA) is a Flat, Chop and Small waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S, SSW and SW .
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
How to get there
Tacoma Airport. From I-5 take the 175th exit. Head west to Hwy 99 and north on 99 to 185th. Head west (left) on 185th (thru 7 stop lights), this becomes Richmond Beach road. Follow Richmond Beach Rd all the way to the bottom of the hill until you come to the second flashing 4-way stop. You'll see a Washington Parks sign pointing left to Richmond Beach.
Nearest Airports
Distance
45km from spot
315km from spot
535km from spot
How to get there
How to get there
Tacoma Airport. From I-5 take the 175th exit. Head west to Hwy 99 and north on 99 to 185th. Head west (left) on 185th (thru 7 stop lights), this becomes Richmond Beach road. Follow Richmond Beach Rd all the way to the bottom of the hill until you come to the second flashing 4-way stop. You'll see a Washington Parks sign pointing left to Richmond Beach.
Nearest Airports
Distance
45km from spot
315km from spot
535km from spot
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Riding Conditions in Richmond Beach, Washington (USA)
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Water in the low 50s°F, wetsuit always required.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S, SSW and SW .
There is Frontal wind at Richmond Beach, Washington (USA).
Southwest wind in mid 10-20s. Frontally driven winds any time of the year but mostly summer when it is warm enough to go. This can be a good spot on Southerlies and Southwestern.
The best moments to come to Richmond Beach, Washington (USA) are May, June, July, August and September .
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Water in the low 50s°F, wetsuit always required.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from S, SSW and SW .
There is Frontal wind at Richmond Beach, Washington (USA).
Southwest wind in mid 10-20s. Frontally driven winds any time of the year but mostly summer when it is warm enough to go. This can be a good spot on Southerlies and Southwestern.
The best moments to come to Richmond Beach, Washington (USA) are May, June, July, August and September .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Richmond Beach, Washington (USA) is a Flat, Chop and Small waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
Sand with logs and other obstacles. Be aware that the beach is a combination of sand and barnacle encrusted rocks on low tides. Kite have been popped here. There is a lot of beach to work with and one of the main advantages for beginners is the lack of people compared to Golden Gardens. There are restrooms for changing and a gate that locks you in or out at sunset.
Puget Sound, mostly flat with tidal variation and chop and swell in higher winds.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Richmond Beach, Washington (USA) is a Flat, Chop and Small waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
Sand with logs and other obstacles. Be aware that the beach is a combination of sand and barnacle encrusted rocks on low tides. Kite have been popped here. There is a lot of beach to work with and one of the main advantages for beginners is the lack of people compared to Golden Gardens. There are restrooms for changing and a gate that locks you in or out at sunset.
Puget Sound, mostly flat with tidal variation and chop and swell in higher winds.
Need to know
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Currents
.
Beach risk reported:
Rocks
.
There are riding zones on the spot, be sure you respect them.
Need to know
Need to know
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Currents
.
Beach risk reported:
Rocks
.
There are riding zones on the spot, be sure you respect them.
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Additional information
A parking is available at Richmond Beach, Washington (USA).
The spot has Showers and Toilets facilities.
Limited launch with lots of potential hazards. Avoid launching from the far north end of the park, especially at high tide as the railroad tracks are way too close to the narrow beach. A good landing spot for downwinders from sites to the north.
Webcams around Richmond Beach, Washington (USA)
Webcams around Richmond Beach, Washington (USA)
Weather Forecast for the next 10days
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More about Kitesurfing in Washington Oregon
More about Washington Oregon
Wind stats in Washington Oregon...
| Month | % of Windy Days (more than 15kts) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 45 |
| Feb | 44 |
| Mar | 46 |
| Apr | 41 |
| May | 32 |
| Jun | 27 |
| Jul | 23 |
| Aug | 18 |
| Sep | 29 |
| Oct | 40 |
| Nov | 48 |
| Dec | 43 |
% of Windy Days (more than 15kts)
Additional information
There are 6 kitesurf schools and 112 kitesurf spots in Washington Oregon.
Best months: May June July August September
Best months: May June July August September
Accomodation around the spot
Richmond Beach, Washington (USA)
