Spot · tier 2 · Taiwan
Linto Beach
Linto (Lintou) sits on the south side of Penghu's main island next to a popular beach park, offering offshore winter wind for wave/downwind riders and a side/onshore summer south wind that turns it into one of the island's favored hydrofoil spots. It's a quieter, more scenic alternative to Longmen with soft sand and cafe/restaurant amenities right at the park.
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Wind
| best months |
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| season notes | Long Sep-May Penghu wind season overall; wind is offshore here in winter (better suited to experienced/foil riders who can self-rescue) and shifts onshore/side-onshore with the summer south wind. |
| avg knots | 20-40 |
| wind name | NE winter monsoon (winter, offshore here); summer south wind (onshore/side-onshore) |
| direction to shore | offshore in winter, onshore/side-onshore in summer |
| quality | strong, funneled Taiwan Strait wind |
| typical kite sizes | 7-10m |
Water
| type | mixed |
|---|---|
| wetsuit | boardshorts in summer; wetsuit advisable in the winter wind season |
| tides | not documented |
Levels
| beginner | no |
|---|---|
| intermediate | yes |
| advanced | yes |
| notes | Winter offshore wind makes this a spot for confident riders comfortable with an offshore blow; summer conditions are more approachable and well suited to foiling. |
Launch & crowd
| description | Beach park setting with soft sand |
|---|---|
| vibe | quieter than Longmen; Lintou Park is a popular general beach hangout with banana boats and jet-skis alongside the kiting |
Hazards
- offshore wind in winter (self-rescue risk)
Tips
- a favored spot for hydrofoiling, especially in the summer south-wind onshore setup
- grab a bite at the Italian restaurant on the beachfront or the cafe in the park
Travel basics
| airport | MZG - Magong (Makung) Airport |
|---|---|
| accommodation | Magong town, or kitesurfer-run guesthouses near Longmen |
| cost level | budget |
Nearby: Longmen Beach, Baikeng Beach
Sources: kite-and-windsurfing-guide.com · wanderlog.com