Jacking Horse
Jacking Horse is Siargao's answer for surfers who want quality Pacific reef waves without the pressure of Cloud 9. Named for its playful, bucking sections, this right-hander breaks just down the coast and offers a more forgiving experience while still delivering legitimate barrel opportunities. The wave wedges up nicely off the reef, providing punchier sections perfect for progressive surfing. When Cloud 9 is maxing out or the lineup is too crowded, Jacking Horse becomes the locals' sanctuary—a reminder that Siargao's wave wealth extends well beyond its most famous break.
Today's Conditions
Location & Conditions
Tide Times
Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (80°)
- Direction range
- 50° - 110°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 230° - 310°
- Best window
- morning
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.3m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Near Cloud 9. Short trike ride.
Best Season
Peak: Aug-Nov
Secondary: Mar-May
August-November peak. Pacific typhoon swells.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Stimpy's
😊 Beginner-friendly reef • Siargao intro wave • Low-key sessions
Tuason Point
↙️ Siargao's premier left • Goofy-footer's paradise • Big swell treasure
Cloud 9
🇵🇭 Philippines' crown jewel • Shallow reef barrels • Siargao paradise