About This Spot
Lake Erie / Pleasant Beach, Canada is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Canada.
Situated in North America, the spot offers Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With WSW winds, peaking from April to October, Lake Erie / Pleasant Beach, Canada delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Wind out of the SW is the prevailing wind. WSW wind blows mostly in the fall when NW is blowing everywhere else. WSW wind is sideshore and it is a set up for an epic session when it blows hard. 30 knot plus winds are not uncommon during the fall months.
When to Go
Wetsuit in spring and autumn is necessary. It can be quite chilly in the spring and autumn. Summer board shorts are fine, maybe a rashie if you want some UV protection.
What to Expect
Lake Erie is the smallest of the Great Lakes - it does freeze over the winter. It gets choppy with some wind. The break (impact zone) can get as big as 1m. The swell on the outside can get as big as 4m when the winds are over 25-30 knots.
Wind & Conditions
WSW
Best wind direction
Wind out of the SW is the prevailing wind. WSW wind blows mostly in the fall when NW is blowing everywhere else. WSW wind is sideshore and it is a set up for an epic session when it blows hard. 30 knot plus winds are not uncommon during the fall months.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Lake Erie is the smallest of the Great Lakes - it does freeze over the winter. It gets choppy with some wind. The break (impact zone) can get as big as 1m. The swell on the outside can get as big as 4m when the winds are over 25-30 knots.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From QEW take Sodom Rd exit #16. Drive south until Hwy #3 is reached. Turn right and continue until Pleasant Beach Rd is reached. Make a left and follow to Lake Erie. 20 Minutes from QEW.
Location
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