About This Spot
Golden Gardens, Washington (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Washington (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 N–NW–NNW winds throughout the season, Golden Gardens, Washington (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
North or Northwest wind, is what you want at Golden Gardens. Northeast winds blow offshore. It's best to stay on the beach with Northeasterly wind.
When to Go
4/3 wetsuit late spring, shorty to board shorts in late June through July and August. Water temp 50°F late spring to upper 60's°F in August (tide will effect this more than in Gorge). Air temps 50's to 70°F in spring and 70's to 90's°F in summer.
What to Expect
Water conditions are usually flat or choppy, with average winds of 12-20kts. Higher winds from 20-35kts, create big rolling swells 5-6ft high. If the tide is incoming and the difference between low and high is ten or more go to the spot north of RB and settle for a downwinder. Be aware of the pilings at the North end of the park. You may not see them on high tide but they are there.
Wind & Conditions
N · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
North or Northwest wind, is what you want at Golden Gardens. Northeast winds blow offshore. It's best to stay on the beach with Northeasterly wind.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Water conditions are usually flat or choppy, with average winds of 12-20kts. Higher winds from 20-35kts, create big rolling swells 5-6ft high. If the tide is incoming and the difference between low and high is ten or more go to the spot north of RB and settle for a downwinder. Be aware of the pilings at the North end of the park. You may not see them on high tide but they are there.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Tacoma Airport. From I-5 take the 175th exit. Head west to Hwy 99 and north on 99 to 185th . Head west (left) on 185th (thru 7 stop lights), this becomes Richmond Beach Road. Follow Richmond Beach Rd all the way to the bottom of the hill until you come to the second flashing 4-way stop. You'll see a Washington Parks sign pointing left to Richmond Beach.
Location
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