About This Spot
Lake Mendota / Governor Nelson State Park, Wisconsin (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Wisconsin (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With S winds, peaking from March to November, Lake Mendota / Governor Nelson State Park, Wisconsin (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Typical winds are 10-20 and 15-25 when it blows and even windier a couple times a month. Summer tends to be the lightest winds. Spring and fall winds are the best. Works in these directions: NE, E, SE, S (S is best).
When to Go
Season from early spring (April) to late fall (November). Wetsuit needed almost all of the time, summer warmer. Drysuit needed for April and late October through November.
What to Expect
Shallow water riding in the bay of Lake Mendota on the Northern shoreline of an inland lake. Medium sized lake. The entire bay is shallow or check out the deeper areas for bigger chop.
Wind & Conditions
S
Best wind direction
Typical winds are 10-20 and 15-25 when it blows and even windier a couple times a month. Summer tends to be the lightest winds. Spring and fall winds are the best. Works in these directions: NE, E, SE, S (S is best).
Best Months
Water Conditions
Shallow water riding in the bay of Lake Mendota on the Northern shoreline of an inland lake. Medium sized lake. The entire bay is shallow or check out the deeper areas for bigger chop.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From I - 90/94 take Hwy 30 heading West. Take Hwy 30 to 113 (north). 113 North to M (west). Governor Nelson is about 3 miles on the left.
Location
Lake Mendota / Governor Nelson State Park, Wisconsin (USA)
43.1320°N, -89.4333°E
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