El Colonel

El Colonel is a small bay located on Lebanon's Mediterranean coast, facing roughly westward into a relatively protected water body. The spot features a shallow, enclosed bay surrounded by residential development and established infrastructure. The water appears to be light-swell Mediterranean conditions with minimal wave energy. Wind reliability is critically low at 6.0%, making consistent sessions unpredictable. Average wind speed of 6.2 knots is marginal for kitesurfing. The bay's protected nature and shallow depths create beginner-friendly water conditions with reduced power and chop, but this same protection severely limits wind generation. The area shows significant coastal development which can create turbulent, gusty wind patterns rather than clean, laminar flow. This spot suits only beginners or progression riders seeking flat-water practice in extremely light winds, but the low reliability means sessions cannot be depended upon. The shallow bay reduces hazard severity but limits overall utility as a dedicated kitesurfing destination.