Visit Vancouver - Kiteboarding Amongst Spectacular MountainsIn Vancouver kiteboarding is found in a few key areas on the outskirts of this large metropolitan area. This part of the coast is surrounded by ocean with steep mountains dropping sharply into it. Sandy beaches are at a premium and therefore during the warm summer months kitesurfing is restricted from the City of Vancouver beaches.
Spanish Banks @ Jericho - Kiters here have to launch on the most west side of the beach area in order to remain out of the City of Vancouver restricted area. It is a a busy area both in and out of the water so use caution and try not to end up downwind. The tide can be out quite far providing a long walk from the beach to the water. This spot works best on Westerly wind and the stronger the wind the larger the swells. Boundary Bay - This area is a great beginner spot located in a suburb south of Vancouver, Tsawwassen. It is very shallow and best in south or southwest winds. Access to the water is restricted to 3rd Avenue and not the public beach further up. The water is generally quite smooth and flat. Having a 4/3 or a warmer set-up is a good plan for this part of the world. It will work on cool summer days, and with the cool glacial fed waters of the Squamish River at the Spit, as well as through spring and fall months. Recommended kite size are in the middle to larger range of kites. The wind for Vancouver kiteboarding tends to be lighter in the summer. I recommend branching out to designated kiteboarding spots in nearby towns. Squamish or Harrison Lake are each less than an hour drive from Vancouver Centre. Other good options include a weekend road trip to Nitinat on Vancouver Island or the Gorge in Oregon. Return from Vancouver Kiteboarding to Kiteboarding Canada
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