About This Spot
Bahia Santa Maria, Mexico is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Mexico.
Situated in North America, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N winds, peaking from January to December, Bahia Santa Maria, Mexico delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best season is from November to April, when El Norte blows on the Cortez Sea. El Norte can reach 25+ knots. As it is a almost closed lagoon, wind directions are not an issue. When El Norte is not blowing the wind is often 10-15 knots and extremely consistent making it an excellent place to learn to kiteboard. The locals say the wind is often 15 to 20 knots in the summer.
When to Go
Usually air temp are 70-80°F. Water temp 90°F in summer, normally 60-70°F.
What to Expect
Flat water (lagoon) only at high tide. Ocean with some waves.
Wind & Conditions
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Best wind direction
Best season is from November to April, when El Norte blows on the Cortez Sea. El Norte can reach 25+ knots. As it is a almost closed lagoon, wind directions are not an issue. When El Norte is not blowing the wind is often 10-15 knots and extremely consistent making it an excellent place to learn to kiteboard. The locals say the wind is often 15 to 20 knots in the summer.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat water (lagoon) only at high tide. Ocean with some waves.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Los Angeles, it is a 7 hours drive. 4 hours to get to Mexicali, and then 2.5 hours to get to San Felipe. About 20 miles south of San Felipe.
Location
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