About This Spot
Vancouver Island / Port Alberni, Canada is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Canada.
Situated in North America, the spot offers Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With S–SSW–SW winds, peaking from May to September, Vancouver Island / Port Alberni, Canada delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Very reliable summer thermals with over 70% of August 2010 days registering over 20 knots. Location shows the same wind pattern as Nitinaht Lake but is basically in town, saving the brutal 1.5 hour logging road trek to the lake.
When to Go
Thermal winds in the afternoon Late June to mid September.
What to Expect
Location sits at the closed end of the Alberni Inlet.
Wind & Conditions
S · SSW · SW · WSW
Best wind direction
Very reliable summer thermals with over 70% of August 2010 days registering over 20 knots. Location shows the same wind pattern as Nitinaht Lake but is basically in town, saving the brutal 1.5 hour logging road trek to the lake.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Location sits at the closed end of the Alberni Inlet.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Take car to Port Alberni, follow signs to City Center down to 3rd Ave, follow 3rd Ave S to Plywood Rd., turn right, follow signs to the Watersports center.
Location
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