About This Spot
Kalmus Beach, Massachusetts (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Massachusetts (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 S–SSW–SW winds, peaking from May to September, Kalmus Beach, Massachusetts (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Prevailing winds are SW and Kalmus has been measured as being the windiest spot North of Hatteras on the East coast. In the summer winds commonly reach 15-20 knots.
When to Go
No wetsuit required July and August. Shorty required June and September. Full wetsuit required May and October. Drysuit required November to April.
What to Expect
Flat to choppy conditions depending on wind speeds, with some waves in the boat channel towards the east end of the beach. At low tide the water can be shallow enough to stand up even out ways from shore.
Wind & Conditions
S · SSW · SW
Best wind direction
Prevailing winds are SW and Kalmus has been measured as being the windiest spot North of Hatteras on the East coast. In the summer winds commonly reach 15-20 knots.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy conditions depending on wind speeds, with some waves in the boat channel towards the east end of the beach. At low tide the water can be shallow enough to stand up even out ways from shore.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Follow Route 3 south to Cape Cod. Get on Route 6 (Midcape hwy) and take exit 6. Follow to airport rotary and take a right at rotary. Follow to end. Kalmus is on the left.
Location
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