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Dunas de Chachalacas

📍 Veracruz, Mexico · Kiteboarding spot

Dunas de Chachalacas is a kiteboarding spot near Veracruz in Mexico, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, E, SE, S wind, best ridden in January, February, March, April, May, June, November, December.

CountryMexico
Nearest townVeracruz
Water typeOpen ocean
LaunchOcean
Best wind directionN, E, SE, S
Wind typeThermal, Frontal
Best monthsJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, November, December
Coordinates19.4627, -96.3092

About Dunas de Chachalacas

There are big waves when cold fronts come down, with a lot of wind chop. You can find some flat water as well, in between waves.

When is the best time to kitesurf at Dunas de Chachalacas?

The best time to kite Dunas de Chachalacas is January, February, March, April, May, June, November, December, when the N, E, SE, S wind is most reliable.

What are the wind and water conditions?

Dunas de Chachalacas offers open ocean conditions with N, E, SE, S wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean.

How do I get to Dunas de Chachalacas?

From Veracruz take the `Carreter de Cuota` towards the North to a town called `Cardel`, you will drive for about 30-45 minutes, and exit at the sign that says `Cardel` or `Dunas de Chachalacas`. Ask for the Dunas de Chachalacas, and once at the beach, go on the beach (yes it is legal to drive on the beach in Mexico!) and drive north to the dunes until you arrive at the dunes. Take out your stuff and ride, or climb up on top of the dunes for a spectacular view!

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Where can I take kite lessons near Dunas de Chachalacas?

17 kite schools operate in Mexico. See kite schools in Mexico →

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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.