KiteGlobePine Point Beach
Pine Point Beach is a kiteboarding spot near Portland in USA, with open ocean conditions and prevailing SSW wind, best ridden in April, May, June, August, September, October.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | Maine |
| Nearest town | Portland |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | SSW |
| Wind type | Thermal, Frontal |
| Best months | April, May, June, August, September, October |
| Tide | Low tide, Falling tide |
| Coordinates | 43.5404, -70.3369 |
About Pine Point Beach
Flat to moderately choppy, depending on the strength of the wind. Waves are generally small. Low tide: shallow water - best time for learners. A large sandbar extends from the jetty at low tide, the area on the other side can be very flat but also has a current which is very strong (7-8kts!) at low tide.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Pine Point Beach?
The best time to kite Pine Point Beach is April, May, June, August, September, October, when the SSW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Pine Point Beach offers open ocean conditions with SSW wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Pine Point Beach?
I-95 exit #42, take a right, drive a couple miles to the first light, take another right and then LEFT at the very next light. Follow the road straight all the way to the bottom of the hill and turn left at the stop sign just after the "Clam Bake" restaurant, and take the very next right. Follow the road for about 1/2mile until you see the parking lot on the right. Parking is $10 during peak times, usually free after 5:30 pm. Always free and rarely full parking at boat launch 1/4 mile to the NE at the end of King St.
Hazards at Pine Point Beach
Swimmers, Currents, Ships, Jetskis, Fishernets.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.