What to expect at kitespot Fred Howard Park?

In Florida, a 2,5 hour drive from Orlando airport and in the Gulf of Mexico you’ll find kitespot Fred Howard Park with flat water and a small sandy beach.

This spot is part of Tarpon Springs which gets its name from the Tarpon fish which swims in the nearby water. Tarpon Springs is also known for its natural sponge production.

Thermal Wind

The onshore wind at Fred Howard Park blows from E. This is a thermally-driven spot: afternoon heating regularly builds reliable wind most of the year, except December to January, on top of whatever the larger weather pattern is doing. Conditions are good most of the year, with the exception of December to January. Typical wind during that window runs 13-26 knots.

Kiteseason

• January: wind is less consistent here, with more lulls between sessions.

• February to October: reliable wind here, with a thermal boost most afternoons on top of the base pattern.

• November: the most reliable stretch, with rideable wind on most days.

• December: wind is less consistent here, with more lulls between sessions.

Launch area

At both sides of the road on the beach you're able to launch a kite at the small beach. But watch out for the beach users and check the local instructions on the beach.

Level of riding

Kitespot Fred Howard Park is only for intermediate riders because of the small beach, so you need to be able to ride upwind and do not lose altitude. Remember to not ride alone because there is no rescue at this spot.

Lessons

If you need lessons contact Kiteboarding Tarpon Springs.

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Nearby kitespot

Make sure to also check kitespot Sunset Beach Park, a 10 minute drive from this kitespot.