The Surf Window

Las Cuevas

San Juan-Laventille, Trinidad and Tobago

Beach breakIntermediate

A quieter, more beautiful beach break east of Maracas Bay along Trinidad's dramatic north coast, Las Cuevas has similar Atlantic swell exposure with a fraction of the crowds and a more pristine, forested natural setting.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)

Wind

S

Offshore

Tide

Mid tide

LowMidHigh

Season

December–April

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Similar to Maracas, punchy, consistent beach break peaks

Length

50–100m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: Same swell exposure as Maracas but typically better formed banks due to different bay geometry

Hazards

  • •Rips near the river mouth
  • •Rocky headlands at the ends of the beach
  • •Limited parking and facilities compared to Maracas

Local Tips

  • •Arrive via the scenic north coast road, one of Trinidad's most beautiful drives through the Northern Range
  • •The beach has far fewer people than Maracas despite very similar wave quality

Location

Map showing the location of Las Cuevas in San Juan-Laventille, Trinidad and Tobago

10.7836, -61.3895