At a glance
Break type
Beach
Wave direction
Both
Best swell
SSW (S–WSW window)
Ideal size
3–8 ft
Best tide
All tides
Consistency
Very Consistent
Peak season
Jun–Sep
Nearest airport
SJO · ~64 mi
About this spot
Heavy, consistent black-sand beach break near Jacó — Costa Rica's powerhouse beachie and contest site.
Location
9.5741, -84.6035
Photos
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