Kitesurfing Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona
Hawaii, United States
Wind & Conditions
Kite Beach at Honokohau Harbor south of Kailua-Kona on the Big Island. Strong afternoon thermal NW-N (300-360°, 15-25 kn) most afternoons. Sandy beach, flat water, clear warm Pacific. The dedicated kite launch area near the harbor makes this the best-organized Big Island spot.
About Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona
Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area is a park built on the site of an old landing strip just north of Kailua, Hawaii County, Hawaii.
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Best Season
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona.
World Ranking
RegionalNot globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
Location
Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, United States
Lat: 19.6589, Lon: -156.0264
Facilities & Services
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn
- Harbor House Restaurant Restaurant
Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors
When is the best time to kitesurf at Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona?
Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Is Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona 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 Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona?
Kite Beach at Honokohau Harbor south of Kailua-Kona on the Big Island. Strong... 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 Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona?
Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona 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 Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona?
Safety at Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona 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 Kite Beach · Kailua-Kona is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.
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