Chris Lefts
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves, Medium waves
- Spot Type
- Crowded
- Crowd Level
This spot information is AI-assisted and has not been human verified. It may be incomplete, outdated, or incorrect. Verify safety, access, local rules, and current conditions with official or local sources before riding.
About
Chris Lefts is a big sandy beach kitesurfing spot on the Mojácar coast, with consistently clean water and a choppy ride. Multiple sources describe small to medium waves in the mix, along with a shore/launch environment influenced by nearby stone structures. In summer, the wind is described as thermally reinforced in the afternoon, typically building around 14:00 to 19:00. Winds are commonly described as coming from the NE/ENE (Levante-style), producing cross-onshore conditions that create chop and manageable small-to-medium wave activity—particularly useful for intermediate riders. Typical wind ranges are given as roughly 15–25 knots (and another source cites 12–18 knots from summer conditions). Safety is a key focus at this spot. Wave breakers and stone breakwaters/jetties create hazards, and shoreline conditions can involve shore break effects. Summer months (June through September) also bring more beach activity, and kitesurfing may be restricted to designated launch zones to protect swimmers—so it’s important to respect local rules and other beach users. For other sports, the same Levante-type pattern can support windsurfing bump-and-jump sessions, while wingfoiling is described as possible when conditions aren’t too onshore, noting that shorebreak can be challenging for beginners. Surfing is described as occasional and generally messy with average wave quality, tending to close out on larger swells.
- Thermal/sea-breeze boost in summer afternoons.
- Clean water with chop and small-to-medium waves.
- Notable hazards around wave breakers, stone breakwaters and jetties.
- Wide sandy beach with generally clean water.
- Thermal/sea-breeze reinforcement makes for reliable afternoon riding in summer.
- Good cross-onshore Levante-type conditions for intermediate freeride and wave riding.
- Summer brings higher crowds and seasonal access restrictions for kitesurfing zones.
- Watch for wave breakers/stone breakwaters and shoreline swimmers, especially in peak summer.
- Water can be very cold in winter.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NE, ENE
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Thermal — Summer sea-breeze/thermal reinforcement in the afternoon; Levante-style cross-onshore winds also mentioned.
- Reliability
- moderate to high in summer (daily/consistent at lunchtime per one source); moderate per another.
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — One source describes light gusts.
- Best Months
- July, August, September, June, April, May
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves, Medium waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sand composition described.
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Small — Some sources describe small waves; another describes medium waves.
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Chop conditions are repeatedly referenced; exact chop intensity varies by description.
- Launch
- Big — Large sandy beach area; one source rates launch difficulty easy, another rates it moderate and notes stone structures/obstacles.
Through the year
Crowded in June, July and August; quiet in winter.
Very dry; only a few rainy days per year in the spot description; regional notes indicate rainfall is concentrated in cooler months.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Choppy conditions with cross-onshore Levante-type winds producing decent chop and small-to-medium waves; also described with left-hand wave behavior near a stone jetty.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Bump-and-jump conditions mentioned during Levante winds.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.5–6 m²
Suitable when winds are not too onshore; shorebreak can be challenging for beginners.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Occasional wind-driven waves break near the jetties/stone structures.
- Wave Direction
- Left
- Optimal Swell
- E, NE
- Swell Height
- 1–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid
- Shelter
- Exposed — Break is described as exposed with effects from onshore wind near jetties.
- Wind Effect
- Onshore wind creates messy conditions; light offshore Poniente can groom waves but is described as rare for surfing here.
- Bigger Swell
- Tends to close out on larger swells.
- Wave Quality
- Average
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Mushy
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Short — Short rides off the breakwater.
- Typical Ride Length
- 30–50 m
- Ride Length Details
- Short rides off the breakwater.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Chris Lefts in the full forecast view.
Chris Lefts wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 1–9 ktsGusts 17 kts
- Direction
- ENE61°
- Strongest day
- Wed, Oct 289 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–0.6 m3s period
- Temperature
- 15–26 °C
Over the next 7 days, Chris Lefts is forecast for daytime winds of 1–9 kts, peaking around 9 kts on Wednesday, October 28 with gusts to 17 kts. The prevailing direction is ENE. Waves run 0.1–0.6 m with a period of about 3s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Wave breakers
- Stone breakwaters and jetties
- Summer swimmers
- Shore break
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal lifeguards provided by the local municipality during summer (June–September) per regional info.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — No dedicated year-round kite/windsurf rescue boat is stationed in the immediate area (regional info).
- Emergency Info
- Nearest medical clinic is in Mojácar Pueblo or Vera. For broader emergency response in Spain, call 112 (regional info).
- Localism / Vibe
- None — No localism issues indicated.
Rules of the spot
Respect other beach users; check local rules for kite permits if required. During summer months (June to September), kitesurfing is usually restricted to designated launch zones to protect swimmers.
- Seasonal kite restriction/ban in non-designated zones during summer months (June to September).
- Be careful of other beach users in June, July and August.
- Watch for wavebreakers while on the water.
- Levante is the primary riding wind mentioned; Poniente/offshore conditions are described as rarely suitable for surfing here.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Almería
- Nearest Town
- Mojácar
- Parking
- Parking is available along the beachfront road.
- Access
- Accessible via the AL-6111 coastal road; parking is available along the beachfront road.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Many hotels and apartments along Mojácar Playa; extensive accommodation options around the beach and town (regional info).
- Food & Drink
- Numerous chiringuitos and restaurants along the promenade.
- Equipment Rental:
- Rental is available; regional info notes specialized kite/windsurf rental is more limited than surf/SUP.
- Gear Storage
- Limited public gear storage; storage is usually handled by local schools or certain accommodations (regional info).
- Gear Repair
- Basic surfboard repairs locally; major sail/kite repairs may require traveling to larger centers (regional info).
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Mojácar offers a beach-focused atmosphere along Mojácar Playa with inland historic scenery from Mojácar Pueblo, plus day-trip options into Cabo de Gata–Níjar Natural Park.
Long Mediterranean beach coastline used for leisure and seaside tourism.
Volcanic protected landscape with hidden coves, hiking trails, and notable snorkeling/diving opportunities.
Historic whitewashed hilltop village with narrow lanes and panoramic coast views.
Historic coastal watchtower with views over volcanic cliffs and the Mediterranean.
Traditional whitewashed old town associated with the municipality’s cultural identity.
Long shoreline sections supporting beach walks and scenic coastal exploration.
Casual seafood dining and seaside chiringuito culture along the beach.
Mojácar Playa is known for vibrant chiringuitos and beach clubs with music and late dining.
Large water park with slides and pools for all ages.
Sandy beach time and relaxed seaside leisure geared toward families.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Chris Lefts?
The best overall months at Chris Lefts are June, July, August. The best wind months are July, August, September, June, April, May.
Which wind directions work at Chris Lefts?
Chris Lefts works with NE, ENE winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Chris Lefts?
Recommended equipment sizes at Chris Lefts: Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Windsurfing: 4.5–6 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–25 kts.
What skill level is Chris Lefts suitable for?
Chris Lefts suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Intermediate.