Ohio is a state that is not surrounded by sea. But despite that, you can always enjoy water sports on great lakes, such as Alum Creek Lake, located inside Alum Creek State Park near Lewis Center. It is an easy to find beach, containing everything a kitesurfer needs.
This public beach, is generally rated as good and is mostly suitable for beginners. Novice kitesurfers are not the only ones who can have fun here, as the spot is great for freestyle and freeride. So, if you are a more experienced kitesurfer, you can always either improve your skills or enjoy a nice session full of tricks. The water is murky with no currents and you will find sand with rocks on the bottom.
The wind at the spot is mostly thermal with a medium force and a main direction from the southwest. When it is blowing from the northeast though, being the best direction, it provides relative side on-shore winds, which make the spot perfect for kitesurfing. The best time to visit this awesome lake is spring and fall. In summer, there is a lot of thermal wind transforming the place into a pretty bad spot for kitesurfing.
At the scene, there are only a few surfers all week long, but be cautious of other water crafts. The thermals, the wind direction and the rare presence of other kitesurfers make it a pretty good kitesurfing spot, worth of trying.
Istanbul, representing the modern side of Turkey, is not only a great touristic destination but it can be also an excellent choice for the kite surfing fans.
Limassol is located on the South coast of the island, at Akrotiri Bay and it is the second largest city in Cyprus. As it has one of the biggest ports in the Mediterranean Sea, the city is rapidly evolving into one of the most important maritime, commerce and tourism destination worldwide.
Dewey Beach is an incorporated coastal town in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. The fact that Dewey Beach has been awarded with a 5 star rating for its excellent water quality, attracts many people from every corner of the earth.
Camargue is a region, located in the south of Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, France. It lies between the Mediterranean Sea and the two arms of the Rhône River delta. The eastern arm is called the Grand Rhône and the western one is the Petit Rhône. Since 1986, Camargue site has been designated as a "Wetland of International Importance" by the Ramsar Convention.
Kalpitiya is situated at 165 km/ 102 mi in the north of Colombo. It is a famous destination point for all kite-surfing enthusiasts.
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.
Butler is a village located near Mansfield in Richland County, Ohio, USA. It is located in central Ohio and is part of Mansfield, Ohio Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Peninsula is a village situated in Summit County, Ohio, USA. It is part of the Akron Metropolitan Statistical Area and its exact location is in the middle of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. This unique park provides a source of tourism to the village. On its east side, Peninsula is bordered by Boston Heights.
Grafton is a village situated along the East Branch of Black River, in Lorain County, Ohio, USA. The village is known due to the existence of a variety of prisons in and around it.
Lewis Center is situated in northwestern Orange Township, in Delaware County, Ohio, USA. It is an unincorporated community standing between Columbus and Delaware.
Kettering is a suburb of nearby Dayton and belongs to both Greene and Montgomery Counties, Ohio, USA. Geographically it is situated in northeast Ohio.
Mansfield is a city in the heart of Ohio, USA. It is the county seat of Richland County and lies between Cleveland and Columbus. Nicknamed as The Fun Center of Ohio, Mansfield is the place to visit.
The City of Delaware is the county seat of Delaware County in Ohio, USA. The city is situated near the center of Ohio and is approximately 30 mi/48 km north of Columbus and part of the Columbus - Ohio Metropolitan Area.
Kettering is a suburb of nearby Dayton and belongs to both Greene and Montgomery Counties, Ohio, USA. Geographically it is situated in northeast Ohio.
