La Punta
La Punta is Puerto Escondido's friendly alternative—a mellow left-hand point break at the southern end of the beach, offering an escape from the Mexican Pipeline's terrifying power. While Zicatela punishes, La Punta rewards with long, workable walls perfect for progressing surfers and those seeking a more relaxed session. The point catches the same swells but refracts them into something far more approachable. The hipster-friendly neighborhood behind the break adds café culture and boutique accommodation to the mix. For those who want the Puerto lifestyle without the Puerto beatdowns, La Punta delivers.
Today's Conditions
Location & Conditions
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Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (195°)
- Direction range
- 170° - 230°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.9m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNE (20°)
- Offshore range
- 340° - 60°
- Best window
- morning
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: 10min from Puerto Escondido airport. Walk from Zicatela.
Best Season
Peak: May-Oct
Secondary: Apr, Nov
SW swell season May-October. Gentler than Zicatela.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
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Zicatela (Puerto Escondido)
🔥 Mexican Pipeline • World's heaviest beach break • Massive summer barrels
Carrizalillo
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Punta Colorada
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Barra de la Cruz
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