About This Spot
Cannon Beach, Oregon (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Oregon (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Shallow and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With SW–NW winds, peaking from May to September, Cannon Beach, Oregon (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
It can get really windy but usually it is between 10-20 mph.
When to Go
Cold water all year long.
What to Expect
The water is really shallow for a long way out and the waves are small so it is ok for beginners to try kiting in the waves there. During low tide the beach is really good for landkiting.
Wind & Conditions
SW · NW
Best wind direction
It can get really windy but usually it is between 10-20 mph.
Best Months
Water Conditions
The water is really shallow for a long way out and the waves are small so it is ok for beginners to try kiting in the waves there. During low tide the beach is really good for landkiting.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Portland to Cannon Beach: start out going West on NW Couch St. toward NW 5th Ave. Turn left onto NW 13th Ave. Merge onto US-26 W toward Zoo/Forestry Ctr. Merge onto US-101 S/Oregon Coast Hwy toward Cannon Beach/Tillamook. Turn slight right onto ramp. Turn slight right onto E Sunset Blvd. Turn right onto S Hemlock St. Turn right onto E Jackson St. End at Cannon Beach. Park on the side of the street, but pay attention to the parking signs.
Location
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