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Biscayne Bay Downwind

A total distance of 15 km of which about 10 km of downwind across the Biscayne Bay on a NE wind from Bill Baggs to Pinecrest in Miami South Florida US. Biscayne Bay is a lagoon with characteristics of an estuary located on the Atlantic coast of South Florida. The northern end of the lagoon is surrounded by the densely developed heart of the Miami metropolitan area while the southern end is largely undeveloped with a large portion of the lagoon included in Biscayne National Park. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Recreation Area occupies approximately the southern third of the island of Key Biscayne. This park includes the Cape Florida Light, the oldest standing structure in Greater Miami. In 2005, it was ranked as having the 8th best beach in the country, and in 2013 Forbes ranked it at 7th.


  • Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, Crandon Boulevard, Miami-Dade County, Florida, 33149, United States

    Distance in KM
    14
    Estimated Time to complete
    1 Hr 45 mins
  • Wind Direction
    East
    NE
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  • This is aVimeo video from New Ground PhotographyPLUS doing this downwind on a SUP, on this particular occasion the route taken was about 4-5 km's of paddling north to line up with the NE, on an easterly this will not be required.




    There are a couple of finish options, either inland or on the coast all depending on conditions of the day. On the coast this is Matheson Hammock Park & Marina

    Inland finish is on the canal at Pinecrest Gardens





    Have fun and please stay safe!
    Some Basic Safety Guidelines

    - It is very difficult to spot someone in the water especially in strong wind conditions, so please make sure you can be seen - use bright colour clothing. Wear a brightly coloured PFD Wear a brightly coloured rash vest ( luminous green or orange is best)

    - Use a buddy system - doing a downwind with someone else is always safer than on your own.

    - Have a VHF Radio, mobile/cell phone in a waterproof bag ( test that you can use this in all conditions)

    - Know who to call for help and be sure that your family know who to call. Be sure that someone knows where you are and when you should return. And that they will call for help if this time is exceeded.

    - Other useful tips - Use a leash from the craft to your body. Have a signal flare (hand held are best) or pencil flares. Carry a reflector / mirror. Have a whistle that works when wet. Have your name and landline number on your craft. Leave a card with your name and phone number (mobile/cell and landline) on your vehicle dashboard.



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