Camacho
Camacho is part of Santa Catarina's Big Surf Route, offering quality beach break peaks in a less developed setting. The waves here can be excellent when the sandbars align, and the distance from Florianópolis keeps crowds manageable. The surrounding dune landscape adds to the wild feel.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSE (157°)
- Direction range
- 135° - 200°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 315° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
3/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Camacho?
Camacho is a beach break in Jaguaruna, SC, Brazil, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Camacho?
Camacho picks up swell from the SE round to the SSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSE. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 12s or longer, as anything under 8s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Camacho?
A N wind is dead offshore at Camacho, and anything from the NW round to the NE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Camacho?
Camacho isn't especially fussy about tide and generally works through the cycle, so swell and wind matter more here. Big tides can still change how it breaks, so it's worth checking before you paddle out.
When is the best time of year to surf Camacho?
The most reliable run of swell at Camacho comes Mar to Oct. Best in autumn/winter.
How cold is the water at Camacho?
The water at Camacho averages around 18°C, so you'll want a 3/2mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Camacho good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 3/10).
How do I get to Camacho?
The nearest airport on our list is FLN, then it's roughly a 2-hour drive.
What other surf spots are near Camacho?
The closest breaks we track are Farol de Santa Marta (5.5 km), Laje de Jaguaruna (10 km) and Cardoso Point (17 km), handy when Camacho isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Best in autumn/winter
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Farol de Santa Marta
🏠 Lighthouse point • Dramatic quality jump • Big wave potential
Laje de Jaguaruna
🌊 Brazil's Nazaré • Tow-in slab • 50ft+ potential
Cardoso Point
🛣️ Big Surf Route • Quality right point • Less crowded
Itapirubá
🔄 Two-sided headland • Multiple peaks • Less crowded option
Praia da Vila
🌊 Brazil's Sunset Beach • Triple overhead potential • Deep water power
Itiraquera
3️⃣ Three quality peaks • Hollow A-frames • Crowd escape