KiteGlobeTourmaline Beach
Tourmaline Beach is a kiteboarding spot near San Diego in USA, with open ocean conditions and prevailing W, NW wind, best ridden in January, February, April, May, September, October, November, December.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | California |
| Nearest town | San Diego |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | W, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal, Frontal |
| Best months | January, February, April, May, September, October, November, December |
| Coordinates | 32.8049, -117.2626 |
About Tourmaline Beach
Big, clean waves. Lots of surfers and kiters together in a small location. If you are not staying upwind and riding safely with control the lifeguards can call all kites off the water. Expect locals to approach you and discuss your skill if they do not know you.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Tourmaline Beach?
The best time to kite Tourmaline Beach is January, February, April, May, September, October, November, December, when the W, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Tourmaline Beach offers open ocean conditions with W, NW wind (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Tourmaline Beach?
From San Diego drive North on the 5. Before La Jolla exit and drive West and find Tourmaline St. or La Jolla Blvd.
Hazards at Tourmaline Beach
Swimmers.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.