Kite-surf Grand Haven Beach

Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert Type: Lake Water type: Chop, Small wave, Medium wave Water hazards: Mole Water quality: Clean Infos: Fresh water on Lake Michigan. Great surfing on a NNW wind. Jetty to the north. Beach type & size: Sand - Big Infos: Wide sandy beach. Can get crowded in the summer with tourists. No obstacles in the water. Identified hazards: None Beachgoer: July, August Weather specificities: Season: April to November. 5/3 wetsuits used in the spring and fall. Shorties used in the summer. Wind type: Frontal Wind specificities: 8 and 12 meter kites are used in the spring and fall. Lighter winds the norm for the summer. 2-3 days a week are usual in spring. 1-2 days a week for the summer. 3+ the norm for fall. Works in any wind condition but East on Lake Michigan. Best months: March, April, May, September, October, November Access description: by Car - 31 north to Grand Haven. Specific rules: None Extra: If the beach is crowded - walk down to the uncrowded area to launch. Accommodations: Rooms, Shop, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking