KiteGlobeSunset Beach
Sunset Beach is a kiteboarding spot near Portland in USA, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, NW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | Oregon |
| Nearest town | Portland |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | N, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September |
| Coordinates | 46.0986, -123.9419 |
About Sunset Beach
Sunset beaches' waves range from flat calm to overhead all summer long. The conditions are continually changing and creating a new playground daily. Predominant swells are from the North/Northwest and a clean 6 foot swell is not uncommon in the middle of summer. This is not chop, these are real waves with real potential. Surfing is best in the winter when the big swells hit the infamous breaks in this area. But you must love big waves to surf the winter here.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Sunset Beach?
The best time to kite Sunset Beach is May, June, July, August, September, when the N, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Sunset Beach offers open ocean conditions with N, NW wind (Thermal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Sunset Beach?
There is only one road through this area: HWY 101. Get to Seaside Oregon, take 101 North to Sunset Beach Lane. Take a left. Drive until you hit the sand. From Astoria, go South to Sunset Beach Lane. Take a right. Drive until you hit the sand and onto the beach with a 4x4.
Hazards at Sunset Beach
Animals.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.