Watersports in La Ventana, Mexico
Baja's secret — desert mountains, El Norte wind, and warm Sea of Cortez water
La Ventana is a small beach town on the Sea of Cortez side of Baja California Sur. Every winter, the El Norte wind channels through the gap between the Sierra de la Laguna mountains and Isla Cerralvo, creating one of North America's most reliable wind corridors. The water is warm and flat, the town is small and friendly, and the wind blows 20+ knots almost every day from November through March. It's become a winter escape for North American kiters fleeing the cold.
Best Season
November through March (El Norte season). Summer has little wind.
Wind
El Norte (NW) 18–30 knots, nearly daily November–March
Water Temp
20–24°C in winter. Shorty or boardshorts.
Highlights
Extremely reliable winter wind, warm water, small-town atmosphere, whale watching nearby
Popular watersports in La Ventana
Here's why riders travel to La Ventana — and what to expect when you get there.
Kiteboarding
20–30 knot El Norte wind blows cross-shore nearly every day in winter. Warm flat water on the Sea of Cortez.
Track kiteboarding sessions →Wing Foiling
Consistent wind, flat warm water, and a growing foiling community. Perfect winter wing foil destination.
Track wing foiling sessions →Windsurfing
Strong, consistent wind and flat water. Old-school windsurfers love the reliability.
Track windsurfing sessions →Stand Up Paddle
Calm mornings before the wind. Crystal-clear Sea of Cortez water with marine life sightings.
Track stand up paddle sessions →Top spots in La Ventana
Where to go, what to expect, and which sports work best at each spot.
La Ventana Beach
The main launch. Sandy beach with cross-shore El Norte wind. Gets busy with kiters in peak season.
El Sargento
Just north of La Ventana. Slightly less crowded. Good for morning SUP before the wind.
Punta Arena
Point break to the south. Wind accelerates around the point. Stronger and gustier.
Isla Cerralvo Channel
Open water between shore and the island. Downwind runs and deep-water foiling.
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