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Sheltered Cove

📍 New York, USA · Kiteboarding spot

Sheltered Cove is a kiteboarding spot near New York in USA, with shallow lagoon conditions and prevailing NE wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.

CountryUSA
RegionNew Jersey
Nearest townNew York
Water typeShallow lagoon
LaunchLagoon
Best wind directionNE
Wind typeThermal, Frontal
Best monthsMay, June, July, August, September
Coordinates39.9702, -74.1125

About Sheltered Cove

Flat to choppy water. Be careful with a bulk head south of the launch. Out in the open water you are in the main channel of the Inter-Coastal Waterway. Downwind of the launch if you break down, there are two very small ways out, otherwise it's all bulk heading and the bridge. The main riding area is very small and can hold 4 to 5 kites max without everyone getting cock blocked. Keep your car locked. Keep an eye on your stuff on the beach. Very protective locals, so ride within local rules.

When is the best time to kitesurf at Sheltered Cove?

The best time to kite Sheltered Cove is May, June, July, August, September, when the NE wind is most reliable.

What are the wind and water conditions?

Sheltered Cove offers shallow lagoon conditions with NE wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from lagoon.

How do I get to Sheltered Cove?

From Garden State Pkwy take 37 and drive eastwards. Before crossing the bay exit onto 571 (Fischer Blvd) and drive north until you get to Bay Ave. Here turn right and follow the road to the water. Here you can park. Rig your gear to the north end of the beach.

Hazards at Sheltered Cove

Ships, Jetskis, Bridge, Stakes.

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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.