KiteGlobeJetty Island
Jetty Island is a kiteboarding spot near Seattle in USA, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NW wind, best ridden in June, July, August.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | Washington |
| Nearest town | Seattle |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Island |
| Best wind direction | NW |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | June, July, August |
| Coordinates | 48.0085, -122.2311 |
About Jetty Island
Shallow and flat water.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Jetty Island?
The best time to kite Jetty Island is June, July, August, when the NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Jetty Island offers open ocean conditions with NW wind (Thermal wind), launching from island.
How do I get to Jetty Island?
This 4-mile-long by half-mile-wide man-made island lies just off the Everett waterfront. A free summer ferry transports visitors about every half-hour across the Snohomish River channel until Sept. 5. From northbound Interstate 5, take Exit 193 in Everett and turn left onto Pacific Avenue. Go through town, turn right on West Marine View Drive, and head north 1.5 miles. Turn left into the 10th Street Boat Launch. From southbound I-5, take Exit 194 and turn right onto Everett Avenue. This island is only accessible by boat. During the hotter summer months (July to September) a free ferry service takes people to and from the Island. Most kiters raft, or kayak across to the island. Others have boats, but Jetty Island is only 200-300 yards from the mainland. Watch out for currents if your rafting across since they can be strong during tidal changes.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.