KiteGlobeGolden Gardens
Golden Gardens is a kiteboarding spot near Seattle in USA, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, NW wind.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | Washington |
| Nearest town | Seattle |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | N, NW |
| Coordinates | 47.6935, -122.4060 |
About Golden Gardens
Water conditions are usually flat or choppy, with average winds of 12-20kts. Higher winds from 20-35kts, create big rolling swells 5-6ft high. If the tide is incoming and the difference between low and high is ten or more go to the spot north of RB and settle for a downwinder. Be aware of the pilings at the North end of the park. You may not see them on high tide but they are there.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Golden Gardens offers open ocean conditions with N, NW wind, launching from ocean.
How do I get to Golden Gardens?
Tacoma Airport. From I-5 take the 175th exit. Head west to Hwy 99 and north on 99 to 185th . Head west (left) on 185th (thru 7 stop lights), this becomes Richmond Beach Road. Follow Richmond Beach Rd all the way to the bottom of the hill until you come to the second flashing 4-way stop. You'll see a Washington Parks sign pointing left to Richmond Beach.
Hazards at Golden Gardens
Currents, Stakes.
View Golden Gardens on the interactive map →Other kite spots near Golden Gardens
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.