About This Spot
Schooner's Beach, Florida (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Florida (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Shallow and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With SE–SSE–S winds, peaking from March to August, Schooner's Beach, Florida (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
There are usually 20-23 days out of each month there is rideable wind. SW is the most common wind and is gusty. Winds average from 10-20 with stronger winds in the spring and fall. Summer is hot and sea breeze, which is onshore, Gulf side is the best. Spring and summer wind is the best. Gulf side best on SE, S, SW. Bay side best on winds NW, N, NE.
When to Go
Winter can be cold...down to freezing on occasion. Summer is hot, but with sea breeze.
What to Expect
Big bays and waves as well on the Gulf side. Waves can be from 1-20 feet. Sand bottom. The water is emerald green and clear. Good wave action.
Wind & Conditions
SE · SSE · S · SSW · SW
Best wind direction
There are usually 20-23 days out of each month there is rideable wind. SW is the most common wind and is gusty. Winds average from 10-20 with stronger winds in the spring and fall. Summer is hot and sea breeze, which is onshore, Gulf side is the best. Spring and summer wind is the best. Gulf side best on SE, S, SW. Bay side best on winds NW, N, NE.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Big bays and waves as well on the Gulf side. Waves can be from 1-20 feet. Sand bottom. The water is emerald green and clear. Good wave action.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Drive from the SE. Five hours from Atlanta, south. Panama City airport. Tallahassee airport 1 1/2 hour away.
Location
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