Stone Island Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW, SSW, S, SSE
Wind
N to NE
Surf Height
Chest high to double overhead
Tide
All tides, depending on where you choose to surf
Stone Island Surf Guide
Even though Isla de la Piedra, or Stone Island, is just, well, a stone's throw away from the pulsing beaches of Mazatlan, it's mellow mood and open spaces make it feel like it's miles into the country. In actuality, Stone Island is just a ten-minute ferry ride across the harbor. Once there, you'll find a seemingly endless golden stretch of beach lined with some of the best open-air restaurants around.There are a variety of breaks on Stone Island, ranging from the A-frame sandbars peaks to the rare right-hand "point" of Escollera. For any visitor to Mazatlan, Stone Island is worth the quick trip, but for surfers it's mandatory, especially when a solid south swell is running. When you head over there from Mazatlan, pack for the day, because after a couple long sessions you're going to want to stick around for the beach scene.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
There are a lot of local surfers in Mazatlan. Humility and respect are appreciated.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Spread out.
Spot Rating
Fun
Really fun.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
When it's pumping, you'll be duck-diving a fair amount.
Water Quality
Fair
It is next to the harbor...
Hazards
Shallow rocks if surfing the point.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard
Access
Short ferry across the harbor.
Bottom
Sand and rock
Best Season
April-October
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