KiteGlobeSouth Padre Island / North Flats
📍 Brownsville, USA · Kiteboarding spot
South Padre Island / North Flats is a kiteboarding spot near Brownsville in USA, with shallow lagoon conditions and prevailing S wind, best ridden in June, July.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | Texas |
| Nearest town | Brownsville |
| Water type | Shallow lagoon |
| Launch | Island, Lagoon |
| Best wind direction | S |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | June, July |
| Coordinates | 26.1440, -97.1760 |
About South Padre Island / North Flats
Shallow water for miles in all directions. Nice and flat with SSE or choppy with a NW (few times in winter only).
When is the best time to kitesurf at South Padre Island / North Flats?
The best time to kite South Padre Island / North Flats is June, July, when the S wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
South Padre Island / North Flats offers shallow lagoon conditions with S wind (Thermal wind), launching from island, lagoon.
How do I get to South Padre Island / North Flats?
Head north on Padre Blvd. (the main drag). Go about 2 or so miles north and North Flats are on the left.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.