About This Spot
Gran Canaria / Ketchup, Canary Islands is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Canary Islands.
Situated in Africa, the spot offers Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NE–ENE–E winds, peaking from May to September, Gran Canaria / Ketchup, Canary Islands delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best direction in summer if the winds blow from Northeast to East, and in winter if it's SSE.
When to Go
3mm wetsuit or less, all year-round.
What to Expect
Choppy and waves with South winds.
Wind & Conditions
NE · ENE · E · SSE
Best wind direction
Best direction in summer if the winds blow from Northeast to East, and in winter if it's SSE.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Choppy and waves with South winds.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
GC-1 to the South Maspalomas, exit to Juan Grande Doctoral, and then to Juan Grande when you reach the Texaco gas station turn left to Juan Grande from there at about 800m there is a sand road to the right take it you could see in the distance a group of palm trees and a Tomato factory the spot is in front of the palm trees.
Location
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