Los Narejos (Mar Menor)

Los Narejos (Mar Menor) is a shallow, sandy lagoon beach with easy launch and very weak currents, which makes it especially friendly for learning and early progression. Multiple references describe the water as flat and ideal for flat-water sessions, with minimal shorebreak and a long, sheltered take-off/landing environment. The spot’s wind is characterized as thermal, with steady conditions during the warmer season. Wind is most strongly associated with SSW on the spot reference, while a Levante-style thermal pattern is described as reliable and typically building later in the day. The documented wind range is about 15–25 knots, with steady gust behavior (rather than highly gusty conditions). During summer, kitesurfing can be more strictly managed: in July and August, riders are limited to designated launch channels and zones. Safety considerations are important in an enclosed lagoon environment shared with other users. Hazards reported for this beach include swimmers (especially outside designated zones), ships/jetskis, fishing nets and buoys, plus stones and shells along some shoreline sections. There are also seasonal notes for jellyfish-net presence during some summer periods. Local guidance emphasizes using booties if your feet are sensitive and being cautious when entering near the stones on the shoreline. Facilities and logistics are a strong point: parking is available, and there are showers/toilets/changing rooms reported. There are multiple watersports schools offering rentals and lessons, plus basic gear storage and repair options through local centers and shops. Water temperature data indicates it stays relatively mild even in winter, and wetsuit use is emphasized year-round.