KiteGlobeVancouver Island / Columbia Beach
📍 Nanaimo, Canada · Kiteboarding spot
Vancouver Island / Columbia Beach is a kiteboarding spot near Nanaimo in Canada, with open ocean conditions.
| Country | Canada |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Nanaimo |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Coordinates | 49.3539, -124.3679 |
About Vancouver Island / Columbia Beach
Cold water. Big swell if it is windy. Wind waves. Small to large.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Vancouver Island / Columbia Beach offers open ocean conditions (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Vancouver Island / Columbia Beach?
North of Nanaimo and Parksville. Follow signs to Qualiqum Beach. Follow road along the water till you see a large sign saying Columbia Beach.
View Vancouver Island / Columbia Beach on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Vancouver Island / Columbia Beach?
7 kite schools operate in Canada. See kite schools in Canada →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.