Roca Cuadrada
Roca Cuadrada ("Square Rock") is a big wave left reef near Matanzas that comes alive on massive SW swells. Named for a distinctive square-shaped rock, the wave can produce 30-foot faces for tow-in chargers.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 250°
- Size range
- 4.5m - 9m
- Ideal size
- 5.9m - 7.2m
- Height multiplier
- 1.08×
- Ideal period
- 20s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 70° - 110°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 2m
Water temp
13°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
10/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: Near Matanzas. Big wave spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Roca Cuadrada?
Roca Cuadrada is a big-wave spot in Matanzas, Chile, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Roca Cuadrada?
Roca Cuadrada picks up swell from the SSW round to the WSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. It starts working at around 4.5m and keeps going up to about 9m, with the sweet spot around 5.9 to 7.2m. Period matters too: aim for 20s or longer, as anything under 16s 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 Roca Cuadrada?
An E wind is dead offshore at Roca Cuadrada, and anything from the ENE round to the ESE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am 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 Roca Cuadrada?
Roca Cuadrada has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.5m to 2m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Roca Cuadrada?
The most reliable run of swell at Roca Cuadrada comes May to Sep. There's a second window in Apr and Oct too. Big wave spot. Needs massive swell.
How cold is the water at Roca Cuadrada?
The water at Roca Cuadrada averages around 13°C, so you'll want a 4/3mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Roca Cuadrada good for beginners?
No. As a big-wave spot, it's strictly for experienced surfers. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 1/10). Big wave reef. Jet ski support recommended.
How do I get to Roca Cuadrada?
The nearest airport on our list is SCL, then it's roughly a 2.5-hour drive. Near Matanzas. Big wave spot.
What other surf spots are near Roca Cuadrada?
The closest breaks we track are Matanzas (0.6 km), Matanzas La Boca (1.7 km) and Pupuya (6.9 km), handy when Roca Cuadrada isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: May-Sep
Secondary: Apr, Oct
Big wave spot. Needs massive swell.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Matanzas
🪁 Kite capital • Morning surf only • Quality point left
Matanzas La Boca
🌅 Morning right • Low tide • Before the wind
Pupuya
🏖️ Consistent beach • O'Higgins coast • Fun waves
Puertecillo
🌊 Long left point • North of Pichilemu • Less crowded
Topocalma
🏘️ Quiet village point • Central Chile • Quality left
Pichilemu
🇨🇱 Chile's surf capital • La Puntilla lefts • Cold water commitment