About This Spot
Henderson Point, Mississippi (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Mississippi (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With E–ESE–SE winds, peaking from January to December, Henderson Point, Mississippi (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Spring is best with breeze from the SE. In Summer, the wind is generally decent for large kites (16-20m). After September, or October, the fronts start coming in and you can ride smaller kites, around 12m. Can be ridden in any direction of wind except for directly out of the North as that is directly offshore. For North winds go to the Silver Slipper Beach about 10 miles West of Henderson Point.
When to Go
Beautiful weather during the Spring and early Summer months. Overcast during the winter when the fronts come through.
What to Expect
Water is typical of the area surrounding the Mississippi River. It is brackish, maybe a foot or so of visibility. For about 750 yards out, it is smooth water, with a reef break after that, then small waves.
Wind & Conditions
E · ESE · SE · SSE · S · SSW · SW · WSW · W
Best wind direction
Spring is best with breeze from the SE. In Summer, the wind is generally decent for large kites (16-20m). After September, or October, the fronts start coming in and you can ride smaller kites, around 12m. Can be ridden in any direction of wind except for directly out of the North as that is directly offshore. For North winds go to the Silver Slipper Beach about 10 miles West of Henderson Point.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Water is typical of the area surrounding the Mississippi River. It is brackish, maybe a foot or so of visibility. For about 750 yards out, it is smooth water, with a reef break after that, then small waves.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
Take I-10, Take Exit 2, 13, or 20 head south to Henderson Point. The Point is on the East end of Bay St Louis. Or take the beach road US-90 from any point on the gulf coast and you will come to it.
Location
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