Beta 1.0 Version

Type:	Shallow, Flat
Hazards:	Swimmers, Wave Breakers / Groynes
Quality:	Crystal Clear
Best Tide:	Tide Independent

Big shallow area with flat water.

Type:	Sand
Size:	Medium
Hazards:	Trees, Road, Power Lines
Beach Users:	No Info

White sandy beach. Palm trees along the beach. Many sunbathers. All kiting is done at the Eastern end of Smathers Beach, where the power lines stop.

Best Months:	January, February, March, April, October, November, December
Wind Type:	Thermal Winds, Frontal Winds
Best Direction:	E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW
Main Direction:	N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, NW, NNW

Works with wind from East over South to West. Northerlies are too gusty.

Transport:	Car
Access:	Short Walk

Get directions from

Drive to Key West and find Smathers Beach on teh south of teh island, close to the airport.

Rules:

Restricted Zones, Other

Please follow these rules: Don't ride in the swimmer zones. Kiters must have a safety system. Launch your kite towards the water, not the road. Keep your kite towards the water, away from the power lines. Keep distance from people on the beach. Don't jump on the beach. With onshore winds, kite beginners, who cannot stay upwind, are not allowed to launch their kite or ride. Talk to locals before to avoid any problems.

Good nightlife in Key West all year round.