Long Point Key (Curry Hammock State Park)

Long Point Key (within Curry Hammock State Park) is a small, shallow, crystal-clear Atlantic flat that’s best known for kitesurfing. The water is described as shallow and flat for learning and progression, with a small sandy beach and easy/grass staging options for rigging and launching (depending on tide/approach). Winds in the main season are generally from the southeast through south, with typical kite ranges reported around 12–25 knots and a thermal/sea-breeze component that can add a few knots on sunny days. For kitesurfing, the spot is repeatedly framed as beginner-to-freeride friendly in winter, provided you follow strict access and safety rules: keep clear of shore, swimmers, and kayaks (including a 300-foot separation), and do not fly kites over the campground/beach. Local hazards include stingrays and jellyfish in the shallows, plus sharp shells/objects on the bottom and Portuguese man o’ wars; booties and careful movement in the water are emphasized. A wave breaker is specifically highlighted as a local condition to account for. Launch conditions can be influenced by mangroves/campground structures and by the tide. One provider notes that extremely low tides can make the area too shallow even for kiting, and that mid- to high-tide improves usable depth. Another dataset also indicates that cross-shore directions can create minor turbulence close to the beach, so the safest approach is to launch from the designated/appropriate side of the staging area. Winter cold fronts may briefly reduce temperatures (water around the low 70s °F range is cited for winter cold fronts), making a shorty/warm layer advisable then; in warmer months, wetsuits are generally described as unnecessary. There are no lifeguards, and summer brings hurricane risk—so checking alerts and securing/evacuating gear when conditions change is recommended.