About This Spot
Cape Charles, Virginia (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Virginia (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With SW–NW winds, peaking from April to November, Cape Charles, Virginia (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best wind in April, May, September, October and November. Best directions SW and NW. When the water temperature is cold (below 55 degrees from November through March) south west winds will usually not make it across the bay. I can be blowing 25 knots southwest in Virginia Beach, and only 5 knots in Cape Charles because the warm southwest breeze can't make it across the cold bay.
When to Go
Wetsuits for spring and fall. Summer is shorts all the way. Season lasts from Late March through December depending on how tough you are. Several dry suit clad riders hit this beach year round.
What to Expect
There's a great slick behind the jetty on a SW wind. The riding area is large, shallow and generally uncrowded. There are several options for downwinders in N, NW and SW winds. Downwinders include waves, flat water, and beautiful natural terrain and scenery.
Wind & Conditions
SW · NW
Best wind direction
Best wind in April, May, September, October and November. Best directions SW and NW. When the water temperature is cold (below 55 degrees from November through March) south west winds will usually not make it across the bay. I can be blowing 25 knots southwest in Virginia Beach, and only 5 knots in Cape Charles because the warm southwest breeze can't make it across the cold bay.
Best Months
Water Conditions
There's a great slick behind the jetty on a SW wind. The riding area is large, shallow and generally uncrowded. There are several options for downwinders in N, NW and SW winds. Downwinders include waves, flat water, and beautiful natural terrain and scenery.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Cross the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel from Virginia Beach. Travel 10 miles North on Hwy 13. Turn left at stop light just past `Food Lion` grocery store. Go to end the end of the road. Walk over the dune (use boardwalks please!). You're there! Just north of Cape Charles Harbor.
Location
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