Name:

North Bay Scarborough

Beach description:

Scarborough has 2 main beaches suitable for kitesurfing: North Bay and South Bay. Both are really busy tourist beaches. There are lots of other little spots in the area that surfers use but they’re not suitable for kitesurfing unless you’re extremely brave! Both beaches at Scarborough can be fickle destinations with their fair share of hazards, combined with hit-and-miss conditions. That said, the dedicated kitesurfer can be rewarded with big clean sets on the right day. Scarborough's North Bay works on anything from NW around to ENE, but NW to N winds are usually gusty, as they blow over distant cliffs. For E to SE winds, head down to South Bay.

Beach Access

Scarborough is a well sign-posted location. Parking is adjacent to both beaches right the way along. Payment is via meters and it can get very busy in summer and school holidays.

Code of Conduct

Wind Direction

North, North-East, North-West

Water Type

Kitesurfing at North Bay is only possible 2 hours or more, either side of high tide, as the beach completely disappears. The waves at North Bay can get really big, especially after a few days of northerly winds. It's often clean waves make it a popular spot with surfers. An ideal venue for wave riders.

Hazards

North Bay has its fair share of hazards: Tourists, dog walkers etc. Promenade railings. Sea defence rocks. Rip tides and strong currents.