Laguna Shores (Rocky Point)

Laguna Shores (Rocky Point) is a shallow, tide-dependent kitesurfing inlet on the Sea of Cortez. Water is generally described as clean and flat-to-chop, with a big riding area. The spot’s defining feature is how dramatically the accessible water changes with the tide: at low tide the water can retreat very far, leaving insufficient room to ride. Wind is reported as thermal-driven, with the commonly favored wind directions including SSE, S, SSW, SW, and NW. One source describes steady wind with a typical range around 15–25 knots and high reliability, while another describes moderate reliability that depends on seasonal wind/thermal setup and a lighter gust character. Timing matters because certain combinations of wind direction and tide are harder to manage; avoiding South winds during incoming tide is specifically advised. Safety is heavily tide- and marine-life-focused. Stingrays are called out as a real concern in spring and summer, and riders are advised to use the stingray shuffle. Strong river-like tidal currents can flow through the estuary/channels, so sessions should be planned around both tide timing and where current concentrates. Rocks can be exposed at low tide (and some hazards may be buried in sand), so entry/exit routes and shallow-water navigation need extra care. Overall, the spot is framed as an uncrowded hidden inlet that still draws attention from the wider riding community. Instruction and equipment support may be available locally through schools, but lifeguards are not present and rescue is described as limited—so a conservative approach with a buddy system and clear off-water communication is important. Sessions are commonly done in shorts, with winter requiring a shorty or full suit depending on conditions and month.