Punta Roca
La Libertad, El Salvador
Point breakAdvanced
El Salvador's most celebrated wave and the jewel of La Libertad, Punta Roca is a long, powerful right-hand point break that has hosted world-class competitions and shaped Central American surf culture for decades.
Typical Conditions
The Surf Window
Swell Window
OptimalSSW (195°)
WindowSSE–WSW (150°–240°)
Wind
N
Offshore
Tide
mid tide
LowMidHigh
Season
July–August
JFMAMJJASOND
The Wave
Type
Right
Bottom
Rock reef
Shape
Long, powerful right, the point produces walling sections with hollow barrels and a fast-running line from the outside to the inside
Length
150–350m
Skill Level
- •Who it's for: Advanced
- •Why: Rocky reef, powerful wave, and a competitive local lineup demand real experience and respect.
Hazards
- •Rocky reef and boulders at the point entry
- •Heavy localism, one of the most competitive lineups in Central America
- •Strong rip current alongside the point
- •Urban pollution near the La Libertad harbour
Local Tips
- •La Libertad is 40 minutes from San José, making Punta Roca one of the most accessible quality surf spots in Central America.
- •Arrive before sunrise to get a wave, the lineup fills fast on any swell above 4ft.
Location
13.4858, -89.3238