KiteGlobeRichmond Beach
Richmond Beach is a kiteboarding spot near Seattle in USA, with open ocean conditions and prevailing S, SW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | Washington |
| Nearest town | Seattle |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | S, SW |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September |
| Coordinates | 47.7652, -122.3871 |
About Richmond Beach
Puget Sound, mostly flat with tidal variation and chop and swell in higher winds.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Richmond Beach?
The best time to kite Richmond Beach is May, June, July, August, September, when the S, SW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Richmond Beach offers open ocean conditions with S, SW wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Richmond Beach?
Tacoma Airport. From I-5 take the 175th exit. Head west to Hwy 99 and north on 99 to 185th. Head west (left) on 185th (thru 7 stop lights), this becomes Richmond Beach road. Follow Richmond Beach Rd all the way to the bottom of the hill until you come to the second flashing 4-way stop. You'll see a Washington Parks sign pointing left to Richmond Beach.
Hazards at Richmond Beach
Currents.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.