Key West / The Flats
📍 Miami, Key West, USA · Kiteboarding spot
Key West / The Flats is a kiteboarding spot near Miami, Key West in USA, with open ocean conditions, best ridden in January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | Florida |
| Nearest town | Miami, Key West |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Wind type | Thermal, Frontal |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December |
| Coordinates | 24.6165, -81.8008 |
About Key West / The Flats
Flat and calm at 20 mph winds, 360° of wind, all directions, no obstructions. Sand and turtle grass on the bottom for 15 miles.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Key West / The Flats?
The best time to kite Key West / The Flats is January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Key West / The Flats offers open ocean conditions (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Key West / The Flats?
Key West airport or Miami, then you need a boat. Can be rented or kitetours organized.
Hazards at Key West / The Flats
Ships.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.