About This Spot
Lake Monona / Olbrich 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 experienced riders pushing their limits.
With SW winds, peaking from March to November, Lake Monona / Olbrich Park, Wisconsin (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Still good riding in West and South winds if the winds are strong. Tends to be gustier though due to shorter throws. Spring and fall are the best winds with summer tending to be lighter. Best direction: SW.
When to Go
Season from early spring (April) to late fall (November). Wetsuit needed almost all of the time, summer warmer.
What to Expect
Shallow sand bar riding on the inside and deeper water in the middle of the lake. Great place to learn and ride flat water in SW winds. Best riding is strong SW winds. The huge shallow sand bar totally knocks down the chop for awesome flat water. Or venture out in the deeper water for chop riding.
Wind & Conditions
SW
Best wind direction
Still good riding in West and South winds if the winds are strong. Tends to be gustier though due to shorter throws. Spring and fall are the best winds with summer tending to be lighter. Best direction: SW.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Shallow sand bar riding on the inside and deeper water in the middle of the lake. Great place to learn and ride flat water in SW winds. Best riding is strong SW winds. The huge shallow sand bar totally knocks down the chop for awesome flat water. Or venture out in the deeper water for chop riding.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Take I 90/94 to Hwy 12/18 (Beltline) heading West. Take Monona Drive Exit heading North. Olbrich Park is about 4 miles north on the left side. Can't miss it. It's the only beach on the water on Lake Monona.
Location
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