El Paredón
El Paredón is Guatemala's emerging surf destination—a black volcanic sand beach on the remote Pacific coast that catches SW swells consistently from March-October. The fishing village is basic but charming, with a small but growing infrastructure of surf camps and local guides. The waves are fun and punchy, suitable for intermediates, with warm water and uncrowded lineups. For surfers looking to explore Central America beyond the usual destinations, El Paredón offers authentic adventure.
Today's Conditions
Location & Conditions
Tide Times
Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Direction range
- 170° - 240°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.3m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 330° - 60°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.8m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Remote fishing village. Basic infrastructure.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Feb
March-October SW swell season. Consistent beach breaks.
Getting There
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