KiteGlobeBerkeley Marina
Berkeley Marina is a kiteboarding spot near San Francisco in USA, with open ocean conditions and prevailing W, NW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | California |
| Nearest town | San Francisco |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean, Lake |
| Best wind direction | W, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September |
| Tide | Falling tide |
| Coordinates | 37.8459, -122.3014 |
About Berkeley Marina
Choppy with tidal currents. Shallow, 5-10 feet deep. Brackish water. Muddy bottom.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Berkeley Marina?
The best time to kite Berkeley Marina is May, June, July, August, September, when the W, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Berkeley Marina offers open ocean conditions with W, NW wind (Thermal wind), launching from ocean, lake.
How do I get to Berkeley Marina?
San Francisco Airport. Directions to kite launch: From the north exit 80 at University. Stay on the West Frontage Road going south. You will see a small parking lot on a little peninsula. This is where you will launch from. Parking is very limited.
Hazards at Berkeley Marina
Animals, Currents, Ships, Fishernets, Rocks, Stones, Stakes.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.