About This Spot
Osoyoos Lake / Osoyoos, 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 N–NNE–NE winds, peaking from April to November, Osoyoos Lake / Osoyoos, Canada delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Great to kite, wind depending. Spring and fall North winds are best. Most wind over 15 knots are out of NNW. Southern winds usually lighter but can be kiteable with larger sizes. Summer hot flat water with occasional later day blow-out from the North.
When to Go
Summer lake temps hit 70°+ F. Mid October fall water temp 50°F and dropping. Freezes south end, north end mostly open til Feb. In March the lake opens with 50°F and rising in April.
What to Expect
Shallow water north of beach to sailing club with 400 ft of shallow water before shoreline. Watch for boat buoys. Boats clear off lake over 15 knots wind.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · NE · WNW · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
Great to kite, wind depending. Spring and fall North winds are best. Most wind over 15 knots are out of NNW. Southern winds usually lighter but can be kiteable with larger sizes. Summer hot flat water with occasional later day blow-out from the North.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Shallow water north of beach to sailing club with 400 ft of shallow water before shoreline. Watch for boat buoys. Boats clear off lake over 15 knots wind.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Kelowna south on 97 to Pentiction and further south to Osoyoos. East on Hwy #3, 4 hours from Vancouver BC. West on Hwy #3 3 hours from Nelson/Caslegar/Trail, BC.
Location
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