KiteGlobeFolsom Lake / Granite Bay
Folsom Lake / Granite Bay is a kiteboarding spot near Sacramento in USA, with flat-water lake conditions and prevailing SW wind, best ridden in January, February, March, April, October, November, December.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | California |
| Nearest town | Sacramento |
| Water type | Flat-water lake |
| Launch | Lake |
| Best wind direction | SW |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, October, November, December |
| Coordinates | 38.7423, -121.1444 |
About Folsom Lake / Granite Bay
Folsom Lake is fed by two rivers and is controlled by a dam. The water level can very depending on the time of year.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Folsom Lake / Granite Bay?
The best time to kite Folsom Lake / Granite Bay is January, February, March, April, October, November, December, when the SW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Folsom Lake / Granite Bay offers flat-water lake conditions with SW wind (Frontal wind), launching from lake.
How do I get to Folsom Lake / Granite Bay?
Because the lake level often changes, the walking time to the launching area can vary.
Hazards at Folsom Lake / Granite Bay
Buoys, Rocks.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.