About This Spot
Berkeley Marina, California (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in California (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Chop water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With W–WNW–NW winds, peaking from May to September, Berkeley Marina, California (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Thermal wind directly onshore (West). No other direction is rideable. You must be able to immediately ride upwind to avoid the rocks.
When to Go
The water is never warm, 55-65°F. A 3mm wetsuit is needed all summer. Spring is unsettled (rain, sun, storm, 40-70°F). Summer is cool, foggy, and breezy (55-70°F). Fall is warm, dry, and calm (50-70°F). Winter is unsettled (rain, sun, storm, 35-60°F).
What to Expect
Choppy with tidal currents. Shallow, 5-10 feet deep. Brackish water. Muddy bottom.
Wind & Conditions
W · WNW · NW
Best wind direction
Thermal wind directly onshore (West). No other direction is rideable. You must be able to immediately ride upwind to avoid the rocks.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Choppy with tidal currents. Shallow, 5-10 feet deep. Brackish water. Muddy bottom.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
San Francisco Airport. Directions to kite launch: From the north exit 80 at University. Stay on the West Frontage Road going south. You will see a small parking lot on a little peninsula. This is where you will launch from. Parking is very limited.
Location
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