Revolcadero Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
South-East, South, South-West
Wind
North, North-East
Surf Height
Head high-2X overhead
Tide
All tides
Revolcadero Surf Guide
With its meandering neighborhoods, thumping clubs and stunning beaches along the great Bahia de Puerto Marquez, Acapulco is one of Mexico's definitive tourist traps. But for the tourist who is also a surfer, there's Playa Revolcadero just around the bend.An oftentimes peaky and muscular beachbreak, Revolcadero is a dime-a-dozen in Mexico's cache of sand-bottom gems, yet its close proximity to Acapulco proper makes it one of the more accessible and lively choices. Revolcadero is hardly a Pascuales or Puerto Escondido, but it does soak up plenty of south swell energy.Tucked close to the feet of the headlands that make up Punta Diamente, you may find more favorable conditions though less size. Move south down the beach toward Barra Vieja and size will increase. While certainly not one of Mexico's best bets, Revolcadero is worth a peek when you're in Acapulco.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner-Advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Mellow.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Not bad.
Spot Rating
Fun
Fun.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Not too bad.
Water Quality
Clean
Minimal and nothing really to worry about.
Hazards
Turning your back to the ocean.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard
Access
Can be difficult due to the exclusive resorts stretching across the beach.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
June-November
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