La Lancha Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NW, but gets fun on big SW swells from the tropics or Southern Hemisphere.
Wind
N to NE.
Surf Height
Waist to head high.
Tide
Higher tides are better for the shallow points.
La Lancha Surf Guide
The Punta Mita area is littered with fun waves, and most of them are righthand pointbreaks. La Lancha, as well as all the other breaks in the Punta Mita area, are actually more dependable wintertime spots, despite the fact that they face southwest. This is because Cabo Corrientes blocks all significant S swell and most SSW swell, though very westerly SW swells get good, while Punta Mita is just small enough to wrap in moderate to large winter NW swells. In a land of summertime lefthanders, Punta Mita is a welcomed anomaly for traveling surfers. So expect crowds, and lots and lots of longboarders, as La Lancha and most other nearby breaks are consistently mellow, although really quite perfect and fun on the best swells.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced.
Local Vibe
Doable
There are many.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Busy when it's good.
Spot Rating
Fun
Proper little pointbreak.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Manageable unless it is pumping.
Water Quality
Clean
Pretty clean.
Hazards
Shallow rocks.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, Bodyboard
Access
Ask around and you'll be fine -- or hike the beach.
Bottom
Reef.
Best Season
November-March.
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