About This Spot
Long Island / Long Beach, New York (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in New York (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With SSE–S–SSW winds throughout the season, Long Island / Long Beach, New York (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Steady winds, occasionally gusty. North wind onshore on the bay side and offshore on the ocean side. There is no bay side access in long beach, only ocean side so wind must be from 90-180 degrees to be kiting here.
When to Go
Air 80-90°F during summer. Cold winter.
What to Expect
Ocean with waves and Big Rock Jettys every 800 feet.
Wind & Conditions
SSE · S · SSW · SW · WSW · W
Best wind direction
Steady winds, occasionally gusty. North wind onshore on the bay side and offshore on the ocean side. There is no bay side access in long beach, only ocean side so wind must be from 90-180 degrees to be kiting here.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Ocean with waves and Big Rock Jettys every 800 feet.
Check Conditions
Live Wind Forecast at Long Island / Long Beach, New York (USA)
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
📍Medium walk to the beach
Take the Belt Pkwy east to Sunrise Hwy. Follow Sunrise Hwy to Long Beach Rd., Rockville Centre. Make a right heading south on Long Beach Rd. Take it all the way to the beach (about 10 miles). LIRR from Penn Station
Location
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