About This Spot
Elmers Island, Louisiana (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Louisiana (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–NNE–NE winds, peaking from January to December, Elmers Island, Louisiana (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
If riding Gulf side don't ride if it's anything with North in it or you may end up clinging kiteless to an oil rig out in the Gulf of Mexico.
When to Go
Best months: January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December.
What to Expect
Watch out for alligators.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · NE · SE · SSE · S · SSW · SW · WSW · W · WNW · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
If riding Gulf side don't ride if it's anything with North in it or you may end up clinging kiteless to an oil rig out in the Gulf of Mexico.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Watch out for alligators.
Check Conditions
Live Wind Forecast at Elmers Island, Louisiana (USA)
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Make sure to drive 50mph in Golden Meadow or you will get a ticket. In Golden Meadow, you must pay the toll bridge, cash or credit, 3 USD.
Location
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