North Bimini (Casino Beach)
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Shallow, Flat, Small waves, Chop
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
North Bimini (Casino Beach) is a small, sand launch on North Bimini with crystal-clear shallow water and small waves/chop. The water is shallow for a significant distance offshore, creating a large standing area for riders, but the beach itself is narrow—so the launch and landing phase requires extra care and spacing.
- Excellent water clarity
- Shallow riding area with small chop
- Best wind commonly from N and NW
- Crystal-clear, exceptionally clear water with good visibility
- Shallow, flat riding area suitable for foiling after getting past the near-shore shallows
- Wind commonly arrives from N to NW for kite/wind and supports long sessions
- Small/narrow launch and landing area
- Swimmers commonly present near the designated beach area
- Wind can be more dependable during winter cold fronts
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NW
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Mixed — Thermal and frontal winds reported at North Bimini / Casino Beach.
- Reliability
- high
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Light gusts reported (especially when winter fronts are active).
- Best Months
- January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Shallow, Flat, Small waves, Chop
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Small chop reported along with flat water.
- Launch
- Small — Road ends near the southwestern part of the beach; the main launch/landing area is reported as small and narrow at the north end near resort area.
Through the year
Peak Thursday–Sunday; quiet outside those peak periods.
June through November (Atlantic hurricane season).
By sport
What to expect for each.
Shallow, flat water with small waves and choppy texture. The riding area is accessible due to shallow water, but the launch/landing beach is narrow and the shoreline is close—swimmers and beach-goers are common hazards.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Flat and choppy conditions with small waves when wind is aligned from N/NW.
Shallow, flat water is good for learning foil handling, but riders typically need to walk out past the immediate shoreline to avoid the bottom with the foil mast.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes — Foil-friendly shallow-water riding area reported.
- Min Depth
- Approximately 1 meter once past the immediate shoreline.
- Wing Sizes
- 4.5–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for North Bimini (Casino Beach) in the full forecast view.
North Bimini (Casino Beach) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 10–24 ktsGusts 33 kts
- Direction
- NE45°
- Strongest day
- Mon, Oct 2624 kts
- Windy days
- 7/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.7–2.0 m8s period
- Temperature
- 26–27 °C
Over the next 7 days, North Bimini (Casino Beach) is forecast for daytime winds of 10–24 kts, peaking around 24 kts on Monday, October 26 with gusts to 33 kts. The prevailing direction is NE. Waves run 0.7–2.0 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
- swimmers
- narrow launch area
- proximity to resort buildings
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No dedicated kitesurfing rescue service indicated at the spot; local recovery may rely on boats/charters.
Rules of the spot
Be mindful of swimmers and avoid designated swimming zones; stay clear of the resort beach-going areas. Kitesurfing/launching/landing area is reported to be of small size.
- Avoid kiting too close to the resort swimming areas.
- If too packed, walk north a bit further up the beach.
- Follow the main road to the north end and the beach will be on your left.
- Be aware of swimmers in the water near the designated beach area.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Bimini Bay
- Nearest Town
- Bimini Bay
- Nearest Airport
- South Bimini Airport (BIM)
- Parking
- Limited parking available near the resort and beach access points; otherwise likely informal roadside parking.
- Public Transport
- Limited—golf cart rentals, local taxis, and a ferry connecting North and South Bimini.
- Access
- Follow the main road to its north end; the beach is on your left. If too packed, walk a bit further north.
- Cost Level
- Expensive
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Accommodation ranges from boutique hotels and luxury resorts to local guesthouses around Bimini Bay.
- Food & Drink
- Food and drinks available on/near the beach area; resort restaurants/bars are within walking distance.
- Equipment Rental:
- No specialized kite or wing rental shops confirmed on-site; equipment rental described as limited.
- Gear Storage
- Gear storage generally not available except via specific sport operators or resort facilities.
- Gear Repair
- Gear repair is very limited; riders are advised to bring their own repair kits.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at North Bimini (Casino Beach)?
The best overall months at North Bimini (Casino Beach) are January, February, March, April, May, November. The best wind months are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at North Bimini (Casino Beach)?
North Bimini (Casino Beach) works with N, NW winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at North Bimini (Casino Beach)?
Recommended equipment sizes at North Bimini (Casino Beach): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Wingfoiling: 4.5–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–25 kts.
What skill level is North Bimini (Casino Beach) suitable for?
North Bimini (Casino Beach) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Beginner to Intermediate · Windsurfing: Beginner · Wingfoiling: Beginner to Intermediate.