About This Spot
Lake Erie / Sims Park, Ohio (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Ohio (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Small waves and Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NE winds, peaking from June to September, Lake Erie / Sims Park, Ohio (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best with NE thermal wind. Edgewater is also good for NE thermals, but gets a bubble effect in the spring. Euclid doesn't get as much bubble effect.
When to Go
Best months: June, July, August, September.
What to Expect
Watch out for the sand retainer walls. Most of the shoreline is rocky, so if you aren't confident about getting back to where you launched, or just keeping the kite in the air while starting, don't go here.
Wind & Conditions
NE
Best wind direction
Best with NE thermal wind. Edgewater is also good for NE thermals, but gets a bubble effect in the spring. Euclid doesn't get as much bubble effect.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Watch out for the sand retainer walls. Most of the shoreline is rocky, so if you aren't confident about getting back to where you launched, or just keeping the kite in the air while starting, don't go here.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Location
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