Horse Shoe Cove
États-Unis · New Jersey
Horse Shoe Cove, located in Sandy Hook in Monmouth County, New Jersey, offers a unique setting between the calm waters of Raritan Bay and the open ocean. It is a spot favored by local riders for its flat and deep progressive water, ideal for kitesurfing. The location is easily accessible via NJ-36, just after exit 117 from the Garden State Parkway.
The Sandy Hook / Horse Shoe Cove area is a special place, both authentic and peaceful. Wind conditions are consistent especially in spring (April to June) and autumn, with less crowd. Locals come for the thermal and frontal winds, which make the spot predictable and comfortable.
Historical averages by month — not a live forecast.
Horse Shoe Cove is oriented to receive a side-shore to side-on wind when the wind comes from the West (W) and West-Northwest (WNW), which is the ideal direction for this spot. The SW wind (southwest) in summer creates a thermal sea breeze of 12 to 18 kts, while the NE winds in autumn bring stronger but sometimes stormy conditions.
The water is flat and deep progressive with a sandy bottom. You can stand up to 50 meters from the shore, allowing for a safe launch. The main navigation area is located in the Raritan Bay, protected from ocean currents, but care should be taken near the channel where tidal currents can be strong and separate the rider from their board.
Launching is generally done at lot C of Sandy Hook, but it is prohibited to launch from this parking lot. The recommended launching is on the beach, near lot C, avoiding areas of maritime traffic and boats. The currents can be marked near the channel, so vigilance is necessary.
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