Port Howe flats

Shallow, sandy-bottomed flat water on the south coast near Port Howe, about 10 minutes from Greenwood Beach; easterly trades are cross-shore. Good for learning and freestyle; no shorebreak.

Remote spot: not recommended for beginners or intermediates.Help is far away if something goes wrong. Only ride here if you're experienced and self-sufficient: go with a buddy, arrange boat support, and tell someone your plan.
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Spot guide

Island
Cat Island (Bahamas)
Difficulty rating
◆ Advanced spot (remote, no school on site)
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Riding
flat, freestyle
Beach faces
S (about 180°)
Best wind
From the ENE to SE or SW to WNW (side-shore)
Offshore (avoid)
From the NW to NE
Season
Easterly trades most of the year, 10–25 kn; best Oct–Dec; calmer Jul–Sep but squally hurricane-season days
Nearest airport report
Exuma International (nearest reliable METAR; New Bight MYCB has no regular METAR) MYEF
Location
24.1575, -75.3300 (approximate)

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Guide only. Forecasts, gear sizes and spot notes can be wrong or out of date. Check conditions on the beach, take lessons from a certified instructor, ride within your ability and never ride alone. See the full disclaimer.