Kite-surf 25th Street

Level: Intermediate, Expert Type: Lagoon Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop Water hazards: Ships, Jetskis, Fishernets, Buoys, Rocks, Shells Water quality: Clean Infos: Very shallow for beginners but must swim through overhead water thru a channel to get to the shallow water with outer mud flats for protected ultra flat water. High tide is recommended or at least carry a small fin. Weed fins are necessary during the summer. This area is a little tight for novices kitesurfers because there isn't much room to go down wind. Beach type & size: Grass, Sand - None Infos: There is nowhere to rig on the beach. Very tight. If you swim to the 1st island just off-shore and go to the furthest point there is a large flat grassy area to launch. Identified hazards: Rocks, Shells, Trees, Concrete, Fence Beachgoer: June, July, August Weather specificities: From April/May to end of November you will see favorable conditions. Wind type: Thermal, Frontal Wind specificities: Best wind directions are SW (strong thermals), SE, S (very good), W (very flat), NW, N, and strong NE. Famous New Jersey warm southerly thermal winds blow on average 2-3 times per weeks in May, June and July. Best months: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November Access description: by Car - Take the bridge onto Long Beach Island, then head North to Barnegat Light, turn left on 25th street. Accommodations: School, Shop, Repair, Rental, Rescue, Parking