The Surf Window

Playa Guajataca

Puerto Rico, USA

Reef breakAdvanced

Powerful reef break on the northwest coast with heavy barrels when the swell is right. Remote feel with dramatic cliff backdrop and fewer surfers than the Rincon stretch.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalN (0°)
WindowNNW–ENE (330°–60°)
Size5-10ft

Wind

S

Offshore

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

December-February

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The Wave

Type

Right

Bottom

Coral reef

Shape

Thick, hollow barrels

Length

75-150m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced to expert
  • •Why: Heavy wave over shallow reef, strong currents

Hazards

  • •Shallow reef
  • •Strong currents
  • •Remote location, limited help
  • •Urchins

Local Tips

  • •Tunnel of love to the beach through cliff
  • •Bring everything you need, nothing nearby
  • •Heavy wave, know your limits
  • •Beautiful but unforgiving

Location

Map showing the location of Playa Guajataca in Puerto Rico, USA

18.4950, -66.9670