The Surf Window

Punta Borinquen

Aguadilla, Puerto Rico

Reef breakAdvanced

A powerful reef break on the northwest tip of Puerto Rico near the historic Ramey Air Force Base, Punta Borinquen receives unobstructed NW Atlantic groundswells and produces quality, hollow right-handers in a dramatic clifftop setting.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalN (0°)
WindowNNW–ENE (330°–60°)

Wind

E

Offshore

Tide

Mid tide

LowMidHigh

Season

December–March

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Right

Bottom

Reef

Shape

Hollow, powerful right-hander, barreling sections on the right tide

Length

80–150m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced
  • •Why: The reef is powerful and critical, requires accurate positioning and confident surfing

Hazards

  • •Shallow reef
  • •Remote access, old military base roads
  • •No lifeguards or rescue services

Local Tips

  • •Access through the old Ramey base, the historic airport runways and military buildings are a fascinating backdrop
  • •The lighthouse at Punta Borinquen is one of Puerto Rico's most photographed, great for swell watching

Location

Map showing the location of Punta Borinquen in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico

18.4836, -67.1666