Strike Mission Surf Spots
type: ItemList
description: Expert-verified surf spot database with detailed swell/wind parameters, hazards, and travel information
number of items: 4
item list element: Punta Roca
item list element: Palomino
item list element: Los Naranjos
item list element: Mendihuaca
provider: Strike Mission
  type: Organization
  description: Surf forecast intelligence platform
date published: 2026-01-20
date modified: 2026-08-05T00:36:13.479Z

Punta Roca
type: TouristAttraction
description: Punta Roca is Colombia's Caribbean quality point break—a right-hander near Barranquilla that delivers long rides when N swells hit the coast. The Colombian surf scene is growing, and this is one of its premier waves.
disambiguating description: 🇨🇴 Colombian Caribbean point • Quality right • Growing surf scene
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 11.04258
  longitude: -74.91924
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Barranquilla
  address country: Colombia
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Point
  description: This is a point break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 350°
  description: Works best with swells from 350° (N). Workable range: 320°-20°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.6m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 150°-210°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Works best between 0.6m and 1.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Colombia Caribbean's quality point break.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Colombia Caribbean's quality point break.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: BAQ
  type: Place
  description: 60 minutes drive from BAQ airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Local reports, travel accounts
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 350
    workable range min: 320
    workable range max: 20
    sweet spot size m: 1.65
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 150
    offshore range max: 210
    max offshore speed kmh: 40
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: BAQ
    drive time minutes: 60
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Near Barranquilla. Colombian Caribbean.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Colombia Caribbean's quality point break.

Palomino
type: TouristAttraction
description: Palomino is a scenic beach break where the Sierra Nevada mountains meet the Caribbean Sea—one of the most beautiful surf settings in the Americas. The wave is consistent and the vibe is pure Colombian Caribbean.
disambiguating description: 🏔️ Sierra Nevada meets sea • Stunning scenery • Colombian paradise
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 11.25
  longitude: -73.5667
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: La Guajira
  address country: Colombia
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 350°
  description: Works best with swells from 350° (N). Workable range: 320°-30°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.6m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 150°-210°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.2m and 2.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Beautiful setting between Sierra Nevada and sea.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Beautiful setting between Sierra Nevada and sea.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: SMR
  type: Place
  description: 90 minutes drive from SMR airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Travel reports, local knowledge
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 350
    workable range min: 320
    workable range max: 30
    sweet spot size m: 1.65
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 150
    offshore range max: 210
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: SMR
    drive time minutes: 90
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Between Santa Marta and La Guajira.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Beautiful setting between Sierra Nevada and sea.

Los Naranjos
type: TouristAttraction
description: Los Naranjos is a beach break inside Tayrona National Park—one of Colombia's most stunning natural areas. The surf requires a hike or boat to access, but the reward is uncrowded waves in a pristine jungle-meets-beach setting.
disambiguating description: 🌿 Tayrona National Park • Jungle beach break • Pristine setting
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 11.3167
  longitude: -73.9333
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Tayrona
  address country: Colombia
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 350°
  description: Works best with swells from 350° (N). Workable range: 320°-30°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.6m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 150°-210°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.2m and 2.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Inside Tayrona NP. Stunning backdrop.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Inside Tayrona NP. Stunning backdrop.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: SMR
  type: Place
  description: 60 minutes drive from SMR airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Travel reports
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 350
    workable range min: 320
    workable range max: 30
    sweet spot size m: 1.65
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 150
    offshore range max: 210
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: SMR
    drive time minutes: 60
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Tayrona National Park. Hike or boat access.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Inside Tayrona NP. Stunning backdrop.

Mendihuaca
type: TouristAttraction
description: Mendihuaca is home to several surf camps near Santa Marta—a consistent beach break that draws surfers looking to learn or improve in a tropical setting. The vibe is mellow and the waves are forgiving.
disambiguating description: 🏕️ Surf camp central • Consistent beach break • Santa Marta zone
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 11.26742
  longitude: -73.86016
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Santa Marta
  address country: Colombia
  address region: Caribbean
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 350°
  description: Works best with swells from 350° (N). Workable range: 335°-30°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.6m - 2m
  description: Ideal size: 1.3m. Too small below 0.6m, too big (closeout) above 2m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 150°-210°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Works best between 0.2m and 2.5m tide.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Home of Americas Surf Camp. Consistent waves.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Home of Americas Surf Camp. Consistent waves.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: SMR
  type: Place
  description: 45 minutes drive from SMR airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, local operators
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 27
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 350
    workable range min: 335
    workable range max: 30
    sweet spot size m: 1.3
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 150
    offshore range max: 210
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: SMR
    drive time minutes: 45
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
    access notes: Near Santa Marta. Surf camp zone.
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months names: Sep, Oct
    season explanation: Home of Americas Surf Camp. Consistent waves.