Playa Linda Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW, W, WNW
Wind
E, NE
Surf Height
Chest- to head-high.
Tide
All tides.
Playa Linda Surf Guide
Playa Linda is a mellow, user-friendly left-hand point break/river mouth that also has a shorter right available. This popular spot in the Zihuatanejo area's thriving surf scene. Picking up consistent south swells during the northern hemisphere summer, Playa Linda is a great option for beginners and intermediate surfers looking to ride a few longish rides.
Ability Level
Beginner - Intermediate
Great for beginners and intermediate surfers, but probably a bit slow for experts.
Local Vibe
Doable
Lots of local surfers, but they are pretty friendly.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Consistent crowd of local and visiting surfers.
Spot Rating
Poor
Playa Linda is pretty soft, but the left runs for a bit, making it great for beginners.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Mellow paddle for a mellow wave.
Water Quality
Fair
Like most river mouth breaks, Playa Linda can get dirty after rains.
Hazards
Rock, rips.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish
Access
Drive down to the beach, walk across the rocks, and paddle out.
Bottom
Sand and rock.
Best Season
The Mexican state of Guerrero is in the northern hemisphere, so the high season is during the summer.
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