Casa Blanca
Casa Blanca is a quiet beach break north of Mompiche, offering uncrowded waves for those seeking solitude. The consistent beach break works on both SW and NW swells, with warm water year-round.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (202°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 225°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.3m - 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 70° - 110°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
26°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: North of Mompiche. Beach road access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Casa Blanca?
Casa Blanca is a beach break in Esmeraldas, Ecuador, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Casa Blanca?
Casa Blanca picks up swell from the S round to the SW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 1.8m, with the sweet spot around 1.3 to 1.6m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s 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 Casa Blanca?
An E wind is dead offshore at Casa Blanca, and anything from the ENE round to the ESE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Casa Blanca?
Casa Blanca is at its best around the mid to high tide, roughly 0.4m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Casa Blanca?
The most reliable run of swell at Casa Blanca comes Apr to Nov. There's a second window in Dec to Mar too. Works with S-SW swells year-round.
How cold is the water at Casa Blanca?
The water at Casa Blanca averages around 26°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Casa Blanca good for beginners?
Yes, it's one of the friendlier waves around, rated 3/10 for difficulty. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Mild conditions. Watch currents on bigger days.
How do I get to Casa Blanca?
The nearest airport on our list is ESM, then it's roughly a 1.5-hour drive. North of Mompiche. Beach road access.
What other surf spots are near Casa Blanca?
The closest breaks we track are Portete Island (40 km), Mompiche Point (41 km) and Playa Negra Mompiche (43 km), handy when Casa Blanca isn't working. Fun fact: it's the most northerly break we track in Ecuador.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Nov
Secondary: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Works with S-SW swells year-round.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Portete Island
🏝️ Island reef break • Boat access • Alternative to Mompiche
Mompiche Point
🌴 Ecuador premier left • Long tubular rides • Jungle paradise
Playa Negra Mompiche
🏖️ Beginner beach • Mompiche mellow option • Dark sand
Canoa
🎒 Backpacker haven • Long beach • Consistent peaks