Mizata Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SSW, SW
Wind
Light North
Surf Height
Chest high-overhead+
Tide
Low to mid tide for the point.
Mizata Surf Guide
Mizata is one of the least crowded waves in El Salvador and one of the most consistent. When Punta Roca and Tunco go flat, Mizata still has surf. It has about a half-mile of black-sand beach, giving it the feel of a private beach, yet boasts four breaks along that span. The Point is the most desired spot, with a right breaking best on the last hours of the dropping tide through the first couple hours on the rising tide. While not nearly as long a ride as its sister break, Punta Roca, it offers strong, fast drops with plenty of rideability. Its downside is it becomes almost unrideable over 8-10 feet due to the strong currents and the nearby cliff. Best size is anywhere from chest-high to well-overhead.Tweeners is in between the Point and the Beachbreak. It works best on a higher tide, due to more water over the rocks. Tweeners, especially on a S swell, has a left, as well. Next to it is the Beachbreak. Same swell as Tweeners, but no rocks, just a sandy bottom. Farther down the beach is The Slab, best at high tide and said to be a world-class break when the swell is big and from the right direction. All waves at Mizata work best on a SSW direction, but do quite well on a S and SW, as well. Mizata works for pros, intermediate and beginner surfers and is a refreshing, uncrowded break.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Friendly.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Less crowded than spots further east.
Spot Rating
Fun
Fun wave but maxes out in size at a little overhead. After that you'll have to worry about getting swept into the cliff.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Not the longest wave so not that bad but if you find yourself caught inside on a set you'll want to paddle to avoid the cliff.
Water Quality
Clean
Depends on rains.
Hazards
Exposed rocks at "Tweeners" but should be surfed on high tide. Point is best on rising tide. Low tide is shallow everywhere.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard
Access
Park at Mizata Point Resort and have breakfast /lunch. You can access the wave by walking across the river and paddling out near the cliff or head through the beach break out front.
Bottom
Rocks and boulders but Beachbreak is sand.
Best Season
Southern Hemisphere fall into winter for the most consistent surf.
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