The squamish spit is one of the best locations to kiteboard in Canada and the Best in British Columbia.
At low tide there is sandy beach but otherwise you are on a rocky jetty. Then assistance is required for launching and landing. Launch right at the Squamish River mouth from the spit. Not a beginner spot. You must be able to stay upwind to kite here.
During summer months: $15.00 user fee, toilet facility, jet ski assisted rescue, ample parking.
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Once in Vancouver head north to Squamish. When you get there, ask for directions to the spit.
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Access is limited so speak to the locals about proper rigging, launching and landing procedures. Cold water, wetsuit required. Friendly, helpful community for kiteboarding and windsurfing.
Launch right at the Squamish River mouth from the spit.
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Best season:
[70% >= 4bf]
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[45-70% >= 4bf]
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Squamish has the most reliable wind near Vancouver from April to October. Very reliable and stable inflowing thermal based winds, 15-25 knots on sunny days.
Typical kites size: 12m
