KM Marker 189

KM Marker 189 is a low-key Atlantic beach setup reached via a dirt road from km marker 189 on the coastal route between El Jadida and Oualidia. The shoreline is medium-sized with clean water and a sandy bottom, and it’s generally described as producing small-to-medium wave conditions suitable for ocean riding rather than flat-water sessions. Wind is dominated by Northeasterly trade winds (Alizés), with best consistency from late spring through summer. Reported wind typically ranges about 15–25 knots, and it’s generally available from north through north-northeast (side-onshore). In summer, thermal effects can reinforce the trade winds during the afternoon, which can help with afternoon session strength. For kitesurfing, conditions are described as classic Moroccan wave/freeride terrain with small-to-medium waves and sandy beach access. Rider guidance points to intermediate ability as the sweet spot, and recommended kite sizes are typically in the 7 m to 12 m range. For surfing, the beach can work when wind is lighter—often early morning—producing peeling beach-break waves with good quality, moderate wave power, and exposed conditions; on larger swells, it can close out. Safety is a priority: the spot is remote, lifeguards are not present, and no dedicated rescue services are available. Hazards mentioned include currents, shore break, and occasional rocks submerged at high tide. Because facilities are limited/absent, riders should plan to be fully self-sufficient. A full wetsuit with minimum 3 mm thickness is reported as necessary year-round despite summer air temperatures reaching around 30°C.