KiteGlobePillar Point Harbor
Pillar Point Harbor is a kiteboarding spot near San Francisco in USA, with open ocean conditions and prevailing S wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | California |
| Nearest town | San Francisco |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | S |
| Wind type | Thermal, Frontal |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September |
| Coordinates | 37.5019, -122.4756 |
About Pillar Point Harbor
Flat water due to protected bay. Watch for moored boats and buoys.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Pillar Point Harbor?
The best time to kite Pillar Point Harbor is May, June, July, August, September, when the S wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Pillar Point Harbor offers open ocean conditions with S wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Pillar Point Harbor?
From San Francisco airport take 101 south - 92 west - highway 1 north. Look for harbor on the left. Park in RV park off 1 or turn into harbor and follow the shore to parking lot on other side.
Hazards at Pillar Point Harbor
Animals, Ships, Buoys, Mole.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.