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Hatteras / Ramp 30

📍 Washington DC, Norfolk, USA · Kiteboarding spot

Hatteras / Ramp 30 is a kiteboarding spot near Washington DC, Norfolk in USA, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE wind, best ridden in January, February, June, July, October, November, December.

CountryUSA
RegionNorth Carolina
Nearest townWashington DC, Norfolk
Water typeOpen ocean
LaunchOcean
Best wind directionNE
Wind typeThermal, Frontal
Best monthsJanuary, February, June, July, October, November, December
Coordinates35.4385, -75.4843

About Hatteras / Ramp 30

Nice waves up to 6m high, depending on wind direction and swell.

When is the best time to kitesurf at Hatteras / Ramp 30?

The best time to kite Hatteras / Ramp 30 is January, February, June, July, October, November, December, when the NE wind is most reliable.

What are the wind and water conditions?

Hatteras / Ramp 30 offers open ocean conditions with NE wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean.

How do I get to Hatteras / Ramp 30?

Easiest is a rental car. Follow the signs to the Outer Banks from Norfolk (route 168S and then 158S). Then take route 12 south all the way down and pass Salvo until you reach Ramp 30 close to Little Kinnakeet. 4-wheel drive ramp with easy walkover access for 2-wheel drive.

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