Puntas Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NW, N, NE
Wind
South or Southeast
Surf Height
Head high-double overhead
Tide
Not the biggest tidal changes but lower generally better.
Puntas Surf Guide
This beautiful and somewhat fickle left reef/sandbar combo can get super good, with just the right (south) wind and the correct buildup of sand over the reef. It breaks directly in front of a rocky outcropping, and once it hits a few feet overhead it can get pretty round through the inside section. In addition to blowing out with the tradewinds, the only slight bummer about Sandy Beach is that it's mainly one peak -- and the locals known it better than you. Trust us.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Not too bad.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Can be when the winds are cooperating.
Spot Rating
Fun
Predominantly a left off the rock headland it is normally best early before trade winds pick up. South wind days can be fun too.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Depends on the size of the surf...can be lots of paddling when big.
Water Quality
Clean
A little dirty after rains.
Hazards
Too many drinks from Tamboo.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Bodyboard
Access
There is a bit of parking off the 413.
Bottom
Sand and reef
Best Season
Late summer and fall for tropical cyclone swells but late fall through early spring for consistency.
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