Breeza

Kitesurfing Squamish Spit

British Columbia, Canada

Wind & Conditions

Premier kite spot at the mouth of the Squamish River in Howe Sound. Consistent SSW thermal inflow kicks in daily ~11 AM May–Sep, 17–24 kn. Flat water on falling tide. Access via boat shuttle to Spit Island; $15 summer user fee. Intermediate to expert — staying upwind is required. Cold water: 4/3 mm wetsuit.

About Squamish Spit

Squamish is a community and a district municipality in the Canadian province of British Columbia, located at the north end of Howe Sound on the Sea to Sky Highway. The population of the Squamish census agglomeration is 24,232. This includes First Nation reserves of the Squamish Nation although they are not governed by the municipality.

Best Season

Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Squamish Spit.

World Ranking

Regional

Not globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.

Location

Squamish Spit, British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Lat: 49.7016, Lon: -123.1524

Facilities & Services

What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:

Restaurant Bar / Café Parking Toilets

Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn

Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors

When is the best time to kitesurf at Squamish Spit?

Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Squamish Spit — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.

Is Squamish Spit suitable for beginner kiters?

Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.

What wind direction works at Squamish Spit?

Premier kite spot at the mouth of the Squamish River in Howe Sound. Consisten... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.

What kite size do you need at Squamish Spit?

Squamish Spit delivers consistent wind, so most riders use a 9–12m kite under typical conditions. Exact size depends on your weight and the day's strength. Breeza calculates the right kite for your specific setup and gives you a rideability verdict before you head out.

Is it safe to kitesurf at Squamish Spit?

Safety at Squamish Spit depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.

See if Squamish Spit is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.

Free · launching on iOS & Android

You've already got wind data — the hard part is knowing what it means for you. Most kiters end up checking two, three, four apps and still asking: can I actually go? Breeza was built by a kiter who had the same problem. Feed it your gear, weight and level and it tells you if Squamish Spit is rideable right now. The answer, not the tabs.

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