Patoles Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW, SSW, S
Wind
E or SE, can handle S
Surf Height
Waist high to double overhead
Tide
All tides
Patoles Surf Guide
Located where the Pacific meets the Gulf of California, Patoles is formed by a 90-degree elbow in the coast that is angled perfectly to wrap S swell into long, zippy lefthanders. More often than not when there is S in the water, Patoles will be in the ridiculously fun range, though it can pump -- and include proper barrels -- on the biggest swells. Also of note is the current -- when it's bigger, there is a lot of water moving around the point, which means long paddles and much difficulty staying in position.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate to advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Swell depending.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
It's a well-known spot.
Spot Rating
Perfect
A perfect left on a solid South.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Work when it's pumping.
Water Quality
Clean
It is close to town.
Hazards
Shallow rocks at the top of the point.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard
Access
Difficult during/after heavy rains.
Bottom
Sand and rock
Best Season
April-October
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