Playa de Cabo de Gata

Playa de Cabo de Gata is a sheltered beach break located on Spain's southeastern Mediterranean coast near Almería. The spot features a sandy beach with a narrow lagoon system backed by arid terrain. The enclosed nature of this location creates choppy, modest wave conditions (0.82m average) with limited fetch distance. Wind reliability is low at 19.3%, with average conditions around 8 knots. The northward-facing coastline receives best side-shore winds from the east. This spot suits beginners due to calm water conditions and protected setting, though low wind frequency means sessions may be unpredictable. Kiters should expect variable conditions dependent on seasonal Mediterranean wind patterns. The presence of shallow lagoon areas and vegetation requires careful route planning. Visibility of structures and possible agricultural areas inland suggests checking local access conditions before visiting. Best conditions typically occur during stronger Mediterranean wind seasons.