KiteGlobeEnchanted Cove
Enchanted Cove is a kiteboarding spot near San Diego in USA, with flat-water lake conditions and prevailing N, W, NW wind, best ridden in August.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | California |
| Nearest town | San Diego |
| Water type | Flat-water lake |
| Launch | Lake |
| Best wind direction | N, W, NW |
| Best months | August |
| Coordinates | 32.7741, -117.2160 |
About Enchanted Cove
The water is pretty shallow and flat. Mission Bay is pretty much a lake with a lot of islands in the lake. It is an excellent spot for advanced flat water riding. Booties are recommended because there is sometimes glass and/or nails especially adjacent to the fire rings. Most people ride with no problems.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Enchanted Cove?
The best time to kite Enchanted Cove is August, when the N, W, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Enchanted Cove offers flat-water lake conditions with N, W, NW wind, launching from lake.
How do I get to Enchanted Cove?
To get to Stinkies take the Sea World Drive exit off of Interstate 5 and head west. Follow signs to Fiesta Island (you can see it from the exit). Drive onto the island and the first cove you come to is Stinkies (about 3/4 mile from the entrance to the island). If you get to the fork in the road you have passed the cove and need to circle around the island. If there is wind you will see kites.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.