About This Spot
Lake Tahoe / Kings Beach, California (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in California (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Flat and Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With reliable winds throughout the season, Lake Tahoe / Kings Beach, California (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
The wind window at this spot usually is good for up to 4 hours, there are days however when the wind will come up and blow all day long, and provide for the most epic session of you life.
When to Go
Cool all summer long, a shorty or full wetsuit is recommended.
What to Expect
Flat to choppy water. The swell in the lake can get head high and the surf will reach a little over waist high. The swell will provide you with perfect ramps to boost off of. The Kings kiting scene is unmatched, providing beautiful blue water, and gorgeous mountain views. There are hazards such as submerged rocks, boats and buoys.
Wind & Conditions
The wind window at this spot usually is good for up to 4 hours, there are days however when the wind will come up and blow all day long, and provide for the most epic session of you life.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy water. The swell in the lake can get head high and the surf will reach a little over waist high. The swell will provide you with perfect ramps to boost off of. The Kings kiting scene is unmatched, providing beautiful blue water, and gorgeous mountain views. There are hazards such as submerged rocks, boats and buoys.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Coming from I-80 get off in Truckee/Tahoe California exit at the Hwy 267. Follow signs to Kings Beach take a right at the traffic light and immediately turn into the left turn lane and make a left into the new Tahoe Recreational Park. There is a really nice grassy area to blow your kite up and then it's a very short walk to the beach.
Location
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