About This Spot
CJ Brown Reservoir / Buck Creek Lane, Ohio (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Ohio (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE winds, peaking from March to November, CJ Brown Reservoir / Buck Creek Lane, Ohio (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Usually the wind comes from the south or southwest. Although rare, the northeast wind is the cleanest air, coming from the open water. Either way, it seems unusually steady here for an inland lake, and is usually ridable from 12 knots up. Note: avoid going too far south on the beach in southerly winds, as the dam tends to chop up the wind a bit making it hard to get going. Summer winds are usually light but there are some ridable days. By far the best is spring and fall.
When to Go
The weather here can vary. During winter full wetsuit recommended.
What to Expect
Flat water, white capping in winds above 20mph.
Wind & Conditions
NE
Best wind direction
Usually the wind comes from the south or southwest. Although rare, the northeast wind is the cleanest air, coming from the open water. Either way, it seems unusually steady here for an inland lake, and is usually ridable from 12 knots up. Note: avoid going too far south on the beach in southerly winds, as the dam tends to chop up the wind a bit making it hard to get going. Summer winds are usually light but there are some ridable days. By far the best is spring and fall.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat water, white capping in winds above 20mph.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
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From Springfield (Ohio) follow Route 40 east to North Bird Road, turn north on North Bird Road to Buck Creek Lane. 5 miles from downtown Springfield.
Location
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