About This Spot
Lake Ontario / Richardson 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 water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With S–SSW–SW winds throughout the season, Lake Ontario / Richardson Beach, Canada delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Typically Southwest sideonshore due to consistent thermals (world famous). 11-19 knots normal (14 knots average), with late season winds in the range of 15-25 knots. Best when Southwest or South.
When to Go
Lake temperatures cool until midsummer (shorty or full suit), with July to September being the warmest period.
What to Expect
Open, deep water. Medium to large chop when blowing from Southwest.
Wind & Conditions
S · SSW · SW
Best wind direction
Typically Southwest sideonshore due to consistent thermals (world famous). 11-19 knots normal (14 knots average), with late season winds in the range of 15-25 knots. Best when Southwest or South.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Open, deep water. Medium to large chop when blowing from Southwest.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Ottawa drive southwest to Kingston on Lake Ontario. Turn right at CR-2/HWY-2 - go 1.6 km. Bear left at Ontario St - go 0.1 km. Continue on Place Darmes - go 0.2 km. Turn left at King St E - go 1.5 km. Bear right at King St W - go 0.9 km. Turn right at Collingwood St and park.
Location
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