Its a busy tourist beach, so be mindful of beachgoers and swimmers. Miamis mix of city vibes and nearby kiteboarding opportunities make it a solid choice for a kite holiday. Quote by Viktor Marohnic, climber, kiteboarder, skier, all-around adventurer and founder of 57hours, Beginner (if you go with a kite school) or independent intermediate to advanced kiteboarders, 1525 knots. , one of the windiest and most popular kite spots in the Bay. South Flats is the kite spot closest to town, and it has good flat, ankle to waist-deep water, serving up ideal conditions for kiteboard beginners and those wanting to practice new tricks. Corpus is north padre SPI/South Padre Island is a 2.5 hour drive south of Corpus. During springtime, the wind is best in the late morning through the early afternoon it becomes too gusty later in the day. The best wind direction for this spot is N, but S also works. is New Jerseys most popular spot and the closest to New York City. World-class waves. Download Foursquare for your smart phone and start exploring the world around you! As its name implies, its a peninsular sandy hook with the Raritan and Sandy Hook Bays to its west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east.
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Joey Stephenson from Kiteboarding.com says, We meet at Wildcat Park in Portland and cross the bay to go to Fajitaville on North Beach in Corpus Christi. Thanks to a 5-mile-long dike, the water stays flat even with stronger winds and is protected from waves. Harlingens Valley International Airport (VIA) is a 45-minute drive from South Padre Island. In fact I'm gonna go get one right now.
Relaxed beach vibes, scenic sand dunes, and warm summers make it the perfect beach-holiday getaway for kiteboarders and non-kiteboarders alike. Common mistake. , which is further south along US 1, just north of Swanton. A rental car is essential. Crandon Park, Miami Flats, and Matheson Hammock Park all short drive away are three top choices of local riders. Bring bigger kites for Sandy Hook, Flat, choppy, waves depending on the spot, Explore NYC and Long Beach Islands nightlife during the summer. Its kiteboardings spiritual birthplace and home to Robby Naish, Pete Cabrinha, and many pro kiteboarders, most whom youll see riding strapless on YouTube. Adventure seekers love that you can mountain bike or hike on trails in the morning and kiteboard in the afternoon. Independent kiteboarders and those who want to work on skill progression can kite upwind of the sandbar, where its choppier. Bring all kite sizes, but bigger is generally better, Boardshorts/bikini and a rashguard for sun protection, Wakeboarding (Wake Nation Houston or Hangar 9), e-foil, exploring Houston. Kite Hood River safety video. The wind is more constant from February onwards, Everything from light wind to storms. Just don't fly into the wrong airport! ETA: SPI has a lovely, lovely 12+ mile surfside downwind ride with taxis that are happy to haul stinky neoprene people. Boots are recommended because of shells. Call 361-704-6659to sign up for kiteboarding lessons in Corpus Christi today. On hot summer days, you might be able to sneak in some light-wind sessions. For wave riders, the Galveston Island beachfront from West Beach to the San Louis Pass offers an ideal kiteboarding spot with a sandy bottom. Twintip, surfboards or foilboards for weak days bigger kites are recommended, Shells in water and beaches, so bring booties, , says, Cape Hatteras has epic winds year-round. Get exclusive offers, tips and reviews from pro guides and other outdoor adventurers! While the Hood River is suitable for all types of kiteboarding from foiling to freeride, freestyle and big air wakestyle kiters will love the permanent slider park. This island group creates a unique playground for kiteboarders. Chasing the wind and discovering the best kiteboard locations all over the world has been my passion for the past eight years ever since I learned how to kiteboard, Ive been hooked. Something unique to the area is that the river current flows opposite to the wind direction; this means on lighter wind days itll be easier to stay upwind. Its here where you will launch your kite from the sandbank during summer. You can find directions to both locations here. It is here where all kiteboarders can find ideal conditions. ", "Best paator I have ever had super fresh and tender, cooked extremely well. MarchJuly, OctoberNovember; you can kite year round with the right setup, 1020 knots. Plus use our free tools to find new customers. Foursquare 2022 Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA, "The Original, waffle fries, and lemonade. You could hit up the fellow at 361 Kite, too - he's a nice dude. is close to another location, Brozil, which is only accessible by kite for independent kiteboarders. The Levee, a.k.a Dollar Flats, is a perfect spot for beginners because of its size and flat mostly waist-deep water. It has flat to choppy waist-deep water, which makes it ideal for learning how to kiteboard (beginners should wear booties because of oyster shells). From the Galveston Island kite spot, its around a 70-minute-drive to the Houston Airport (IAH) and 30 minutes to the city center. Similar to Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, you can find flatwater on one side and waves on the other. For more kiteboarding spots around the Florida Keys area, check out this, Quote by Skot, kiteboarding instructor at, Ideal for beginners with big, waist-deep bays, Great combination of city life and kiteboarding, The Jersey Shore isnt the most beautiful, but conditions are great, Beware of strong currents; go with a kite school if you lack experience. If you need a good shop, the best shop is right down the road! Wave kiters have 15 miles of coastline to play in on the Gulf side with typically side-onshore wind, making it ideal for downwinders. The area is carefully managed: to kiteboard, you must have IKO / PASA Level III certification, wear a helmet, register, and pay an entrance fee. Prokitesurf or kiteboarding.com, there is a kiteboarding group on facebook called Corpus Chrisiti Kiteboarding, Everything about Kitesurfing and Kiteboarding, Press J to jump to the feed. , which has a small sandy beach for setup. The Hood River is an international kiteboarding hotspot and home to many American pro-riders in summer (Colleen Carrol, Brandon Scheid, Craig Cunningham). Chasing the wind and discovering the best kiteboard locations all over the world has been my passion for the past eight years ever since I learned how to kiteboard, Ive been hooked. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Just an hour drive from Houston is an ideal playground for learning to kiteboard and progressing with your tricks. The main kiting spot is the Hood River Event Site. Sorry, but your inquiry didnt go through! Intermediate to advanced wave riders will love. If you find six kiteboarders in one spot, thats as crowded as it will get while youre in Corpus Christi thats how many kiteboarding spots there are. Thanks to the offshore reef, Kailua is protected from the waves and offers flat or choppy water during the summer months, including some wind swell. On average youll be riding on bigger kites, but advanced kiteboarders should bring all sizes for all conditions, Flat, choppy; small waves depending on the spot and tide, Long wetsuit in Jan and Feb; shorty from MarchApril (if there is a cold front coming in, a thin, long wetsuit can come in handy), Kayaking, SUP, sightseeing, exploring Miamis unique Art Deco architecture, visiting the theme parks (Disney World, Universal Studios), Miami kiteboarding map from a.k.a Dollar Flats, is a perfect spot for beginners because of its size and flat mostly waist-deep water. Oso Bay, Corpus Christi is a big flatwater spot protected by a long sandbar with a sandy, muddy bottom. These are the ideal months for wave kiters. There are plenty of great days for kiting starting in late February with cold fronts yet warmer air temperatures, and we're typically out of even shorty wetsuits by end of March. 57hours uses cookies for a better experience! Miriam is a passionate kitesurfer and graphic designer who travels full-time while working as a freelancer, always chasing the wind, waves and wifi. We use the latest and greatest technology available to provide the best possible web experience.Please enable JavaScript in your browser settings to continue. Because Cape Hatteras is so far away from the mainland, plan on steady, stable wind in any direction. Its amazing.". Detailed Hood River travel guide; Boca Chica has the cleanest waves, so its worth making the hour-long drive. SUMMER KITE HOTSPOT AND ADVENTURE HUB FOR ADRENALINE JUNKIES, Epic scenery thanks to the Cascade Mountains and the Hood and Columbia Rivers. Kiting in Corpus Christi is good all year round; it's the most consistently windy place on average in the US in terms of rideable days a year (teens +). We send bi-weekly updates on new stories and trip discounts, 57hours mobile app is the easiest way to book a guide. Be aware of sunbathers and swimmers and be sure to launch and land far away from power lines. Stay away from the lifeguard towers (200 yards minimum) and areas supervised by lifeguards. Its here where you will launch your kite from the sandbank during summer. I plan to explore as many areas as possible once I make my way there. Corpus Christi is your go-to spot if you want to kite as many days as possible during your vacation. Development of this platform was partially funded by EU. Matt Nuzzo, the Co-founder of REAL Watersports, says, Cape Hatteras has epic winds year-round. If youre from New York, make sure to check 57hours other Favorite Kiteboarding Spots in NYC (including a secret spot!). The best wind direction for this spot is N, but S also works. Make sure to get a downwinder guide from one of the kite shops and be sure to check out this. Make friends with the local crew - they're super kind and helpful. Within San Francisco proper, head to the long and sandy Ocean Beach, which has lots of space for launching and landing. The main kiting spot is the Hood River Event Site. The main spot in Key West is Smathers Beach, which has a small sandy beach for setup. Frisco (SW or NE wind), southwest of Buxton, has several kite spots on the sound side and surfside, so if you cant decide what conditions you want, this spot has enough variety to keep you happy. March through July will provide the most windy days with an average of 16 knots. With an international airport only a few miles from downtown, access to these spots is at your fingertips. Enter this spot by driving through the marina and paying a small fee. You can launch right from the water because there are no obstacles, just sand and turtle grass which is ideal for soft landings if you crash. Quote by Lauren Lipcon, TKS Miami Beach team rider, Beginners (if you go with a kite school) or independent intermediate to advanced kiteboarders, DecemberApril. It has flat to choppy waist-deep water, which makes it ideal for learning how to kiteboard (beginners should wear booties because of oyster shells).
For butterfat water, head to Miami Flats, which works in all wind directions and is accessible by boat. Other kite spots to check out around New Jersey are Long Beach Island, Ocean Side (chop, waves), 25th Street Long Beach Island (flatwater, chop), Seaside Park (choppy), or Lakes Bay (flat, choppy).
Ive only been to San Francisco in January, while on a road trip, and wasnt lucky with the wind, but its not the last time I plan on visiting.
What else should we know before connecting you with the guide? We use cookies on our websites for a number of purposes, including analytics and performance, functionality and advertising. Hey man! All of them offer only a small space for launching and landing. Bring kite sizes for all conditions, Flat, choppy, great slider park for wakestyle, Kayaking, rafting, SUP, hiking, mountain biking, wine tasting, brewery tours, horseback riding, and snowboarding/skiing in winter, The most accurate wind forecast; A rental car is easiest to get to the kite spots but cabs are cheap. (optional). Check out our Corpus Christi Travel Guide for more in-depth information. If you are visiting Cape Hatteras for the first time, the Kite Point (SW or NW wind), south of Avon, is a great starting point. , the picturesque and most famous spot at the Golden Gate Bridge, is for advanced riders only due to strong tidal currents, ship traffic, and shifty, often gusty, wind. During the windiest season, from March through August, consistent thermal S and SE wind arrives in the early afternoon and keeps picking up until evening. Kiting in Key West with Ocean Freaks Kiteboarding, Kite Surfing at Miami Kiteboarding Crandon Park. It can get pretty crowded during the peak season and is only for intermediate to advanced kiteboarders. Miamis most popular kite spot is the watersport concession area Crandon Park on Key Biscayne. They work really hard for their kite spots, so do them a favor and be a good tourist. Quote by Joey Stephenson, Portland, Texas local, kiteboarder and Kiteboarding.com employee, Brozil board meeting Corpus Christi Kiteboarding, You can kite year-round, but March-August are best, 1320 knots in summer with S/SE wind, so bring bigger kites. Its a great idea to go for a kiteboard-road trip when you visit. Be respectful of the company that is there and don't park on the buried pipe. Miamikiteboard.com. Enter this spot by driving through the marina and paying a small fee. Kailua, on the green, east side of Oahu, is situated on its namesake bay with white, sandy beaches and turquoise water often showing up on best beaches worldwide lists. From the city center of Houston its around a 60-minute drive to The Levee. The Sunshine State is a popular winter destination for kiteboarders and surfers from across the globe. A big shallow area with flat water makes it ideal for practicing new tricks, and the white beach and palm trees create a stunning backdrop. On a daily basis I see my friends Instagram stories and photos featuring an incredible variety of outdoor activities at Hood River specifically the Gorge.
For those riders who have experienced the summer spots in the Southeast winds, the North winds will open up some other, not-normally accessible locations. is a must-visit during the summer if youre up for a road trip just about 2 hours northeast from San Francisco. There we land on the beach, have a drink, and then return to Portland. Seventy miles of pristine beaches and flat water shoreline. Kite Island, for instance, has a big bay with waist-deep flat water, making it ideal for learning to kiteboard and practicing unhooked moves. Weaker and stronger days in the lower season, Boardshorts/bikini or shorty during the main season, Surfing, SUP, fishing, dolphin watching, explore the National Seashore or the Texas State Aquarium, visit the floating battleship museum, USS Lexington, or Schlitterbahn Waterparks, Corpus Christi Travel Guide, Where to Ride in Corpus Christi. Kiting here is challenging, so unless youre kiteboarding with a kite school, the area is best for advanced riders. 
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Joey Stephenson from Kiteboarding.com says, We meet at Wildcat Park in Portland and cross the bay to go to Fajitaville on North Beach in Corpus Christi. Thanks to a 5-mile-long dike, the water stays flat even with stronger winds and is protected from waves. Harlingens Valley International Airport (VIA) is a 45-minute drive from South Padre Island. In fact I'm gonna go get one right now.
Relaxed beach vibes, scenic sand dunes, and warm summers make it the perfect beach-holiday getaway for kiteboarders and non-kiteboarders alike. Common mistake. , which is further south along US 1, just north of Swanton. A rental car is essential. Crandon Park, Miami Flats, and Matheson Hammock Park all short drive away are three top choices of local riders. Bring bigger kites for Sandy Hook, Flat, choppy, waves depending on the spot, Explore NYC and Long Beach Islands nightlife during the summer. Its kiteboardings spiritual birthplace and home to Robby Naish, Pete Cabrinha, and many pro kiteboarders, most whom youll see riding strapless on YouTube. Adventure seekers love that you can mountain bike or hike on trails in the morning and kiteboard in the afternoon. Independent kiteboarders and those who want to work on skill progression can kite upwind of the sandbar, where its choppier. Bring all kite sizes, but bigger is generally better, Boardshorts/bikini and a rashguard for sun protection, Wakeboarding (Wake Nation Houston or Hangar 9), e-foil, exploring Houston. Kite Hood River safety video. The wind is more constant from February onwards, Everything from light wind to storms. Just don't fly into the wrong airport! ETA: SPI has a lovely, lovely 12+ mile surfside downwind ride with taxis that are happy to haul stinky neoprene people. Boots are recommended because of shells. Call 361-704-6659to sign up for kiteboarding lessons in Corpus Christi today. On hot summer days, you might be able to sneak in some light-wind sessions. For wave riders, the Galveston Island beachfront from West Beach to the San Louis Pass offers an ideal kiteboarding spot with a sandy bottom. Twintip, surfboards or foilboards for weak days bigger kites are recommended, Shells in water and beaches, so bring booties, , says, Cape Hatteras has epic winds year-round. Get exclusive offers, tips and reviews from pro guides and other outdoor adventurers! While the Hood River is suitable for all types of kiteboarding from foiling to freeride, freestyle and big air wakestyle kiters will love the permanent slider park. This island group creates a unique playground for kiteboarders. Chasing the wind and discovering the best kiteboard locations all over the world has been my passion for the past eight years ever since I learned how to kiteboard, Ive been hooked. Something unique to the area is that the river current flows opposite to the wind direction; this means on lighter wind days itll be easier to stay upwind. Its here where you will launch your kite from the sandbank during summer. You can find directions to both locations here. It is here where all kiteboarders can find ideal conditions. ", "Best paator I have ever had super fresh and tender, cooked extremely well. MarchJuly, OctoberNovember; you can kite year round with the right setup, 1020 knots. Plus use our free tools to find new customers. Foursquare 2022 Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA, "The Original, waffle fries, and lemonade. You could hit up the fellow at 361 Kite, too - he's a nice dude. is close to another location, Brozil, which is only accessible by kite for independent kiteboarders. The Levee, a.k.a Dollar Flats, is a perfect spot for beginners because of its size and flat mostly waist-deep water. It has flat to choppy waist-deep water, which makes it ideal for learning how to kiteboard (beginners should wear booties because of oyster shells). From the Galveston Island kite spot, its around a 70-minute-drive to the Houston Airport (IAH) and 30 minutes to the city center. Similar to Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, you can find flatwater on one side and waves on the other. For more kiteboarding spots around the Florida Keys area, check out this, Quote by Skot, kiteboarding instructor at, Ideal for beginners with big, waist-deep bays, Great combination of city life and kiteboarding, The Jersey Shore isnt the most beautiful, but conditions are great, Beware of strong currents; go with a kite school if you lack experience. If you need a good shop, the best shop is right down the road! Wave kiters have 15 miles of coastline to play in on the Gulf side with typically side-onshore wind, making it ideal for downwinders. The area is carefully managed: to kiteboard, you must have IKO / PASA Level III certification, wear a helmet, register, and pay an entrance fee. Prokitesurf or kiteboarding.com, there is a kiteboarding group on facebook called Corpus Chrisiti Kiteboarding, Everything about Kitesurfing and Kiteboarding, Press J to jump to the feed. , which has a small sandy beach for setup. The Hood River is an international kiteboarding hotspot and home to many American pro-riders in summer (Colleen Carrol, Brandon Scheid, Craig Cunningham). Chasing the wind and discovering the best kiteboard locations all over the world has been my passion for the past eight years ever since I learned how to kiteboard, Ive been hooked. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Just an hour drive from Houston is an ideal playground for learning to kiteboard and progressing with your tricks. The main kiting spot is the Hood River Event Site. Sorry, but your inquiry didnt go through! Intermediate to advanced wave riders will love. If you find six kiteboarders in one spot, thats as crowded as it will get while youre in Corpus Christi thats how many kiteboarding spots there are. Thanks to the offshore reef, Kailua is protected from the waves and offers flat or choppy water during the summer months, including some wind swell. On average youll be riding on bigger kites, but advanced kiteboarders should bring all sizes for all conditions, Flat, choppy; small waves depending on the spot and tide, Long wetsuit in Jan and Feb; shorty from MarchApril (if there is a cold front coming in, a thin, long wetsuit can come in handy), Kayaking, SUP, sightseeing, exploring Miamis unique Art Deco architecture, visiting the theme parks (Disney World, Universal Studios), Miami kiteboarding map from a.k.a Dollar Flats, is a perfect spot for beginners because of its size and flat mostly waist-deep water. Oso Bay, Corpus Christi is a big flatwater spot protected by a long sandbar with a sandy, muddy bottom. These are the ideal months for wave kiters. There are plenty of great days for kiting starting in late February with cold fronts yet warmer air temperatures, and we're typically out of even shorty wetsuits by end of March. 57hours uses cookies for a better experience! Miriam is a passionate kitesurfer and graphic designer who travels full-time while working as a freelancer, always chasing the wind, waves and wifi. We use the latest and greatest technology available to provide the best possible web experience.Please enable JavaScript in your browser settings to continue. Because Cape Hatteras is so far away from the mainland, plan on steady, stable wind in any direction. Its amazing.". Detailed Hood River travel guide; Boca Chica has the cleanest waves, so its worth making the hour-long drive. SUMMER KITE HOTSPOT AND ADVENTURE HUB FOR ADRENALINE JUNKIES, Epic scenery thanks to the Cascade Mountains and the Hood and Columbia Rivers. Kiting in Corpus Christi is good all year round; it's the most consistently windy place on average in the US in terms of rideable days a year (teens +). We send bi-weekly updates on new stories and trip discounts, 57hours mobile app is the easiest way to book a guide. Be aware of sunbathers and swimmers and be sure to launch and land far away from power lines. Stay away from the lifeguard towers (200 yards minimum) and areas supervised by lifeguards. Its here where you will launch your kite from the sandbank during summer. I plan to explore as many areas as possible once I make my way there. Corpus Christi is your go-to spot if you want to kite as many days as possible during your vacation. Development of this platform was partially funded by EU. Matt Nuzzo, the Co-founder of REAL Watersports, says, Cape Hatteras has epic winds year-round. If youre from New York, make sure to check 57hours other Favorite Kiteboarding Spots in NYC (including a secret spot!). The best wind direction for this spot is N, but S also works. Make sure to get a downwinder guide from one of the kite shops and be sure to check out this. Make friends with the local crew - they're super kind and helpful. Within San Francisco proper, head to the long and sandy Ocean Beach, which has lots of space for launching and landing. The main kiting spot is the Hood River Event Site. The main spot in Key West is Smathers Beach, which has a small sandy beach for setup. Frisco (SW or NE wind), southwest of Buxton, has several kite spots on the sound side and surfside, so if you cant decide what conditions you want, this spot has enough variety to keep you happy. March through July will provide the most windy days with an average of 16 knots. With an international airport only a few miles from downtown, access to these spots is at your fingertips. Enter this spot by driving through the marina and paying a small fee. You can launch right from the water because there are no obstacles, just sand and turtle grass which is ideal for soft landings if you crash. Quote by Lauren Lipcon, TKS Miami Beach team rider, Beginners (if you go with a kite school) or independent intermediate to advanced kiteboarders, DecemberApril. It has flat to choppy waist-deep water, which makes it ideal for learning how to kiteboard (beginners should wear booties because of oyster shells).
For butterfat water, head to Miami Flats, which works in all wind directions and is accessible by boat. Other kite spots to check out around New Jersey are Long Beach Island, Ocean Side (chop, waves), 25th Street Long Beach Island (flatwater, chop), Seaside Park (choppy), or Lakes Bay (flat, choppy).
Ive only been to San Francisco in January, while on a road trip, and wasnt lucky with the wind, but its not the last time I plan on visiting.
What else should we know before connecting you with the guide? We use cookies on our websites for a number of purposes, including analytics and performance, functionality and advertising. Hey man! All of them offer only a small space for launching and landing. Bring kite sizes for all conditions, Flat, choppy, great slider park for wakestyle, Kayaking, rafting, SUP, hiking, mountain biking, wine tasting, brewery tours, horseback riding, and snowboarding/skiing in winter, The most accurate wind forecast; A rental car is easiest to get to the kite spots but cabs are cheap. (optional). Check out our Corpus Christi Travel Guide for more in-depth information. If you are visiting Cape Hatteras for the first time, the Kite Point (SW or NW wind), south of Avon, is a great starting point. , the picturesque and most famous spot at the Golden Gate Bridge, is for advanced riders only due to strong tidal currents, ship traffic, and shifty, often gusty, wind. During the windiest season, from March through August, consistent thermal S and SE wind arrives in the early afternoon and keeps picking up until evening. Kiting in Key West with Ocean Freaks Kiteboarding, Kite Surfing at Miami Kiteboarding Crandon Park. It can get pretty crowded during the peak season and is only for intermediate to advanced kiteboarders. Miamis most popular kite spot is the watersport concession area Crandon Park on Key Biscayne. They work really hard for their kite spots, so do them a favor and be a good tourist. Quote by Joey Stephenson, Portland, Texas local, kiteboarder and Kiteboarding.com employee, Brozil board meeting Corpus Christi Kiteboarding, You can kite year-round, but March-August are best, 1320 knots in summer with S/SE wind, so bring bigger kites. Its a great idea to go for a kiteboard-road trip when you visit. Be respectful of the company that is there and don't park on the buried pipe. Miamikiteboard.com. Enter this spot by driving through the marina and paying a small fee. Kailua, on the green, east side of Oahu, is situated on its namesake bay with white, sandy beaches and turquoise water often showing up on best beaches worldwide lists. From the city center of Houston its around a 60-minute drive to The Levee. The Sunshine State is a popular winter destination for kiteboarders and surfers from across the globe. A big shallow area with flat water makes it ideal for practicing new tricks, and the white beach and palm trees create a stunning backdrop. On a daily basis I see my friends Instagram stories and photos featuring an incredible variety of outdoor activities at Hood River specifically the Gorge.
For those riders who have experienced the summer spots in the Southeast winds, the North winds will open up some other, not-normally accessible locations. is a must-visit during the summer if youre up for a road trip just about 2 hours northeast from San Francisco. There we land on the beach, have a drink, and then return to Portland. Seventy miles of pristine beaches and flat water shoreline. Kite Island, for instance, has a big bay with waist-deep flat water, making it ideal for learning to kiteboard and practicing unhooked moves. Weaker and stronger days in the lower season, Boardshorts/bikini or shorty during the main season, Surfing, SUP, fishing, dolphin watching, explore the National Seashore or the Texas State Aquarium, visit the floating battleship museum, USS Lexington, or Schlitterbahn Waterparks, Corpus Christi Travel Guide, Where to Ride in Corpus Christi. Kiting here is challenging, so unless youre kiteboarding with a kite school, the area is best for advanced riders.