Miami - Crandon Park
United States
Miami
Crandon Park, on Key Biscayne in Miami, is the most famous kitesurf spot in the area. There is a large area of flat and shallow water near the shore, ideal for leisurely riding.
The park is well-equipped with parking, showers, and a school on-site. It is a popular spot for riders due to its clear turquoise water and relaxed seaside atmosphere.
The rules are strict here, with a limited number of riders and mandatory certification to access the water.
Les données de vent affichées ici proviennent d’ERA5 (via Open-Meteo) sur 4 ans, retraitées pour refléter des conditions réalistes.
👉 Le vent moyen a été calibré pour éviter la sous-estimation habituelle des modèles.
👉 Les rafales ont été corrigées par un ratio médian afin d’éviter des valeurs extrêmes irréalistes.
👉 Chaque jour est résumé par le vent médian (P50) observé pendant les heures utiles (8h–20h), puis classé dans des plages de vent.
👉 Le mode pondéré mélange vent moyen et rafales pour refléter au mieux le vent ressenti.
- 🟢 10–16 nds : vent faible mais navigable (notamment en foil).
- 🟡 16–22 nds : plage idéale, conditions confortables pour la majorité.
- 🔴 22–28 nds : vent fort, réservé aux riders expérimentés.
- 🟣 28+ nds : conditions extrêmes, navigation engagée.
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flatThe spot offers a vast area of flat and shallow water inside, perfect for jumps and freestyle. The launch is done north of the lifeguard tower, walking a bit in the water if necessary at high tide where the setup area shrinks.
The wind direction is generally onshore or side-on from the east or southeast, creating a mirror-like water surface near the shore. Avoid west winds (NNW, NW, W, SW, SSW) as they make navigation dangerous with chop and unpredictable gusts.
The riding area is wide, but stay within the allowed corridors and limit yourself to 25 riders maximum on the water. Further out, a reef breaks with surf, accessible for advanced riders. At low tide, the water is even more flat in the inner lagoon.
Ideal conditions are with a side-on east or southeast wind between 12-20 knots, stable and thermal in the afternoon. This offers a perfect flat water surface for progression.
The water is clear and turquoise, with a sandy bottom that turns to grass as you move away from the shore. Light chop can form inside the sandbank, and waves can reach up to 2 meters on the outer reef.
Currents are generally weak in the protected inner lagoon. Beware of stronger rips near the outer reef or during significant tides.
Tides influence the spot, with a moderate range making the area navigable at both high and low tides.
Opt for sizes of 9 to 12 m² on average for local winds of 10-15 knots. 11-13 m² are suitable for lighter days, and 7-9 m² when it picks up.
The prevailing wind comes from the east and southeast, often around 10-15 knots on average seasonally. It is consistent in the afternoon, especially during the dry season.
No specific local name, but the Caribbean trade winds influence the area for a reliable pattern year-round.
Miami enjoys a warm subtropical climate year-round, with average temperatures around 25-30°C during the day. Winter is mild and dry, while summer is humid with short showers.
The best months for kiting are from October to April, with less precipitation and more consistent wind.
The depth is very shallow near the shore, with foot depth extending several dozen meters in the flat area. The bottom is sandy and transitions to grass as it deepens.
The water remains warm year-round, around 24-28°C in winter and up to 29-31°C in summer. A shorty lycra is usually sufficient.