Whiskey Run, Oregon (USA) kitesurfing spot

🌍Oregon (USA)·North America

Whiskey Run, Oregon (USA)

◆ Intermediate▲ Expert🌊OceanRiverWind sports destination

Wind

N–NW–NNW

Best Season

May–Sep

Water

Shallow · Flat

About This Spot

Whiskey Run, Oregon (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Oregon (USA).

Situated in North America, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.

With N–NW–NNW winds, peaking from May to September, Whiskey Run, Oregon (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.

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Why Riders Love It

In general strong winds, you need small kites here. Many days per week.

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When to Go

Season from spring thru fall. Always need a full wetsuit 5/3mm or so. Air temps from 50-70°F. Water in the 50's°F all year round.

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What to Expect

Nice waves which can get really huge, but they break so far out that you can pick and choose how far (and big) you want to go. The inside on Coquille River offers smooth shallows and trusty little kickers. Be aware of currents on the river.

Wind & Conditions

NESW

N · NW · NNW
Best wind direction

In general strong winds, you need small kites here. Many days per week.

Best Months

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec

Water Conditions

ShallowFlatChopSmall wavesMedium waves

Nice waves which can get really huge, but they break so far out that you can pick and choose how far (and big) you want to go. The inside on Coquille River offers smooth shallows and trusty little kickers. Be aware of currents on the river.

Big beachSand💧 Clean

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Facilities & Access

🅿️Parking✓ Available
🚻Toilets
🍹Beach Bar / Food
📚Lessons Available
🏨Accommodation
🛟Rescue Service
🪁Gear Rental
🚿Showers

📍 Getting There

🚶Short walk to the beach

From highway 5 get onto 42. In Coquille take 42 South to Bandon. In Bandon turn right onto Oregon Coast Hwy. Cross Coquille River and turn left into Bullards Beach State Park. Drive to its south end and get on the beach.

Location

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Whiskey Run, Oregon (USA)

43.1247°N, -124.4247°E

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