East Side Beach

Four-mile undeveloped Atlantic beach, reached by tracks off Lighthouse Road; typically the best kite spot on Grand Turk, with onshore trades. Seagrass and seasonal sargassum; no services or schools on the island.

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
Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos)
Difficulty rating
◆ Advanced spot (remote, no school on site)
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Riding
chop
Beach faces
E (about 85°)
Best wind
From the NNW to NE or SE to SSW (side-shore)
Offshore (avoid)
From the SW to NW
Season
ESE trades, most consistent Nov–May (15–20 kn); often a little windier than the Caicos Islands
Nearest airport report
JAGS McCartney International MBGT
Location
21.4920, -71.1300 (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 Forecasts, gear sizes and spot notes can be wrong or out of date.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.