La Fonda
Surf Guide
One of Baja Norte's better known and more heavily trafficked spots, La Fonda is popular with the ex-pat crowd and easily accessed from San Diego, which keeps the lineup relatively busy. The beach break adjacent to the left point provides hollow, rippable peaks to help relieve crowd pressure and provide a bit of variety.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
One of the more demanding waves in the area, and best for experienced surfers.
Local Vibe
Doable
There's a solid contingent of local surfers and expats, but the localism is pretty minor.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Gets busy with day-trippers from San Diego, especially on the weekends.
Spot Rating
Fun
A quality, consistent point/river mouth that provides long, rippable lefts.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Paddle out can be a workout on larger swells.
Water Quality
Fair
Pretty clean, except on the rare instances that there's rain or a nearby sewage spill.
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW, W
Wind
Easterly
Surf Height
Chest-high to double overhead.
Tide
Low to mid.