Seaside Point, Oregon (USA)
Winter-only Oregon break where Pacific storms deliver consistent wind November–March. Cold water, choppy conditions, and strong currents demand solid intermediate skills and local knowledge.
- 11.9kts
- Average wind
- 99
- Windy days / year
- 13:00–16:00
- Peak wind hours
- S
- Primary direction
Location
- Nearest airports
- Airport - Seattle / Tacoma International, WA
- Coordinates
- 45.9756, -123.9518
Monthly wind profile (peak window)
Jan
44%
rideable
15.4 kts
Feb
51%
rideable
16.2 kts
Mar
45%
rideable
16.4 kts
Apr
22%
rideable
15 kts
May
15%
rideable
13.1 kts
Jun
10%
rideable
15 kts
Jul
2%
rideable
12.1 kts
Aug
6%
rideable
13.8 kts
Sep
10%
rideable
14.5 kts
Oct
27%
rideable
15.7 kts
Nov
38%
rideable
17.9 kts
Dec
56%
rideable
17.2 kts
Best wind directions
- S
- SSW
- ESE
- SW
- WSW
Water conditions
- Ocean
- Choppy
Best months
Hazards
- Choppy ocean conditions with strong currents typical of Oregon coast
- Rocks and reef hazards common to Pacific Northwest breaks
- Cold water temperatures and hypothermia risk year-round
- Weather changes and fog reducing visibility quickly
What that means for you
- Reef booties recommended at low tide
- Walk gear out — don't drag downwind across rocks
- Strong current — walk back upwind, don't body-drag down
Amenities
- Nearby coastal town services and accommodations
- Local kite shops for repairs and gear rentals
- Beach parking and basic facilities
Local tips
Best sessions occur Nov-Mar with consistent winter storms; check local tide tables and coastal forecasts as conditions change rapidly. Winter swells often create challenging choppy conditions requiring intermediate+ skills.
Launch & beach
Sandy/rocky beach launch with variable conditions depending on tide and wind direction. Southern and southwestern winds provide the most consistent, forgiving launch conditions with moderate offshore assistance.
Local etiquette
Respect local surfers and beach users; stay organized in designated kite zones and maintain awareness of other water sports activity common to Oregon beaches.
What to wear
5/4mm winter wetsuit essential for Pacific Northwest ocean temps; hoods and booties highly recommended year-round as water stays cold even in summer months.
What to pack
Kite sizes
- 14–17 mlight wind, under 14 kn
- 11–14 mtypical sessions, 14–22 kn
Boards
- Twintip — universal, bring one
- Hydrofoil — light-wind spot, rideable from ~10 kn
What to wear (by climate)
- In the water
- 3/2 mm full wetsuit.
- On land
- Hoody and jacket; long pants in the evening.
Derived from the spot's latitude (temperate zone) and current season.
Right of way & manners
- 1Rider entering the water has right of way over riders coming in.
- 2Upwind rider gives way — keep your kite high when passing downwind riders low.
- 3Starboard tack (right hand forward) has priority when crossing.
- 4Overtaking rider keeps clear of the slower rider's line.
- 5Wave riding: the rider on the wave owns it — don't drop in.
Spot guide
The Experience
Seaside Point is a winter grind. Oregon's coastal storms feed S and SSW winds from November through March, but you're dealing with cold water, chaotic chop, and currents that punish sloppy positioning. This isn't a learning spot—it's a refinery.
You launch off a sandy-rocky beach and immediately adapt to what the Pacific sends. Southern and southwestern winds give you the cleanest entries with moderate offshore help. ESE or WSW requires better positioning and local knowledge. Tide matters hard here; check tables before you go. Wrong timing means either a dump zone or exposed rocks.
Wind & Conditions
The 11.9-knot average concentrates into roughly 99 windy days annually, mostly December–March. Winter wind means it's cold and attached to low-pressure systems that kill visibility in minutes. Fog rolls in fast.
S and SSW are your best bets. ESE, SW, and WSW work too if you know the break.
The Water
Oregon's Pacific is cold year-round. Hypothermia is real. A good winter suit isn't optional. Strong currents and scattered reef hazards mean you navigate around obstacles, not through them. Chop demands solid edge control and position management in confused seas.
Who It's For
Intermediate or better, comfortable in cold water, and willing to learn the local details: tide windows, wind shifts, rock locations. This spot doesn't teach you tricks. It sharpens your wave awareness and current reading against genuinely demanding conditions. Solo sessions are the norm. The scene is quiet.
Logistics
Coastal town services exist—basic accommodations, food, kite shops for repairs. Beach parking and facilities are available. It's working coast, not resort country. Check forecasts obsessively; conditions shift fast and fog can drop visibility without warning.