About This Spot
Sterling State Park, Michigan (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Michigan (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With E–ESE–SE winds, peaking from April to November, Sterling State Park, Michigan (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
There is a parking lot thermal effect at the launch lawn, but doesn't extend to the water, so sunny days often feel less windy in the water than on land. Sensor at Sterling State Park is inland and not reliable. See sensors at Detroit River or Toledo Light 2 and subtract 4kt. Even the locals get skunked here a lot.
When to Go
Lake will freeze Jan/Feb/Mar
What to Expect
Water depth becomes overhead within 30 meters from shore. Good for hydrofoil. Waist-high blown-out waves on 20+ kts days, but beware that the shorebreak is very close to trees. Beware August's harmful algae blooms - if you can easily see a matte of algae on the surface, stay out of the water. It is most concentrated at the shore and will be obvious.
Wind & Conditions
E · ESE · SE
Best wind direction
There is a parking lot thermal effect at the launch lawn, but doesn't extend to the water, so sunny days often feel less windy in the water than on land. Sensor at Sterling State Park is inland and not reliable. See sensors at Detroit River or Toledo Light 2 and subtract 4kt. Even the locals get skunked here a lot.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Water depth becomes overhead within 30 meters from shore. Good for hydrofoil. Waist-high blown-out waves on 20+ kts days, but beware that the shorebreak is very close to trees. Beware August's harmful algae blooms - if you can easily see a matte of algae on the surface, stay out of the water. It is most concentrated at the shore and will be obvious.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Location
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