Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule)
- Freeride, Shortboard
- Best for
- Intermediate to Advanced
- Skill Level
- Small waves, Mixed
- Spot Type
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Range
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About
Le Moule Beach Park is an exposed beach-and-reef setup known for clear, high-quality water and consistent wave activity. In summer it can be mostly flat, but at other times it regularly produces surf—particularly when swell and tide line up to protect riders over the reef. For wind sports, the spot is driven by trade winds (Alizés) blowing from the East through the E/ENE range. Winter and spring tend to be the most reliable, with typical wind speeds commonly around 15–25 knots. Kitesurfers generally find the location useful for freeride and wave styles under side-onshore conditions, while windier days may favor smaller kites. Surfing is described as a reef break with peeling, fast waves and excellent wave quality, with the best working swell direction including North and Northeast and an optimal swell-height window around 1.0 to 2.5 meters. Rides can vary based on swell connection (reported ranges extend up to roughly 50–100 meters), and on bigger swell the break can become very heavy due to strong currents. Safety is a major theme here: reefs, sharp rocks, and sea urchins are present, and strong currents can pull toward the open ocean or across the reef. The recommended approach is to go in via the jetty, favor mid to high tide for a safety buffer over the reef, and use reef-protective footwear. Local priority rules are strictly observed at the main surf peak, and kitesurfing is typically kept to the designated beach-park launch area to reduce conflicts with swimmers.
- Crystal-clear water
- Consistent trade-wind conditions (Alizés) in winter and spring
- Exposed reef break with high-performance surf
- Best at mid to high tide for reef safety
- Crystal-clear water
- Consistent trade-wind conditions in winter and spring
- Exposed reef surfing with high wave quality
- Rides can be long when swell connects
- Reef hazards and sea urchins in the water
- Strong currents can pull toward open ocean or across the reef
- Crowded peak at the main surf break
- Kite launch area restrictions around swimmers
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E
- Offshore directions
- S, SW
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Dominated by trade winds (Alizés), generally from the East to E/ENE range.
- Reliability
- High during the winter and spring trade wind season
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- January, February, March, April, December
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Small waves, Mixed
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach composition
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Small to medium waves (with summer often flatter)
- Launch
- Medium — Grassy and sandy areas at the beach park for rigging and launching
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate
Through the year
Highest during the winter months and local school holidays
June to November
By sport
What to expect for each.
Side-onshore trade-wind conditions for freeriding, with a reef break that can be challenging for wave riding. Best months are January–April and December.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Bump and jump conditions inside the bay with wave sailing on the outer reef.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.5–6 m²
Popular for foiling due to consistent winds, but riders must be mindful of reef depth at low tide.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters over the reef
- Wing Sizes
- 4–5 m²
Exposed reef break with consistently high-performance waves; summer tends to be mostly flat.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- N, NE
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Best at mid to high tide to provide a safety buffer over the reef
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed beach and reef setting
- Wind Effect
- South or Southwest winds provide offshore grooming; East trades are side-onshore
- Bigger Swell
- Can handle double overhead swells but becomes very heavy with strong currents
- Wave Quality
- Excellent
- Wave Power
- Powerful
- Wave Shape
- Peeling
- Peel Speed
- Fast
- Ride Length
- Medium — Rides can range from 50 to 100 meters depending on swell connection
- Typical Ride Length
- 75 m
- Ride Length Details
- Ride length can vary widely with swell connection (commonly up to ~50–100 meters).
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule) in the full forecast view.
Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 7–14 ktsGusts 21 kts
- Direction
- ESE104°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2514 kts
- Windy days
- 3/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.1–1.6 m8s period
- Temperature
- 27–30 °C
Over the next 7 days, Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule) is forecast for daytime winds of 7–14 kts, peaking around 14 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 21 kts. The prevailing direction is ESE. Waves run 1.1–1.6 m with a period of about 8s. 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
- Reefs
- Rocks
- Sea urchins
- Strong currents
- Submerged rocks
- Crowded peak at the main surf break
- Sharp coral reef
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No
- Emergency Info
- Local medical clinics are available in Le Moule town center
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate
Rules of the spot
Priority rules are strictly observed at the main surf peak; respect local riders
- Kitesurfing is usually launched from the designated Beach Park area to avoid swimmers
- The spot is best at mid to high tide to provide a safety buffer over the reef
- Use the jetty to enter the water
- Booties are highly recommended due to sea urchins and sharp coral
- Kitesurfing is usually launched from the designated Beach Park area to avoid swimmers
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Pointe-à-Pitre
- Nearest Town
- Le Moule
- Nearest Airport
- Pointe-à-Pitre International Airport (PTP), approximately 30 kilometers away
- Parking
- Dedicated parking lot available at the Parc de l'Autre Bord; parking is directly in front of the beach
- Public Transport
- Public bus services exist but are infrequent; car rental is standard and recommended
- Access
- The beach park is located about 1 km east of Le Moule. Located just east of the Le Moule town center via the Boulevard Maritime. Use the jetty to enter the water.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Various apartments and vacation rentals available within walking distance in Le Moule
- Food & Drink
- Multiple restaurants and snack bars are located directly at the Beach Park
- Equipment Rental:
- Available from local schools at the beach park
- Gear Storage
- Available at some local schools for students
- Gear Repair
- Minor repairs can be handled by local kite schools
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Le Moule blends local community life with an active water-sports reputation, especially during winter when more visitors arrive.
Historic and operational rum distillery offering tours and tastings.
Amerindian history and pre-Columbian heritage of the islands.
Scenic paths along the cliffs and coves of the Porte d'Enfer du Moule.
Local eateries and bars serving Creole cuisine near the town center.
A beachfront park with play areas and picnic spots.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule)?
The best overall months at Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule) are December, January, February, March, April, May, June. The best wind months are January, February, March, April, December.
Which wind directions work at Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule)?
Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule) works with E winds. Offshore directions are S, SW.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Windsurfing: 4.5–6 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–5 m². The typical wind range is 15–25 kts.
What skill level is Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule) suitable for?
Le Moule Beach Park (Le Moule) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Advanced.