Las Flores
Las Flores is the eastern El Salvador classic - a long right-hand sand point near El Cuco that can serve up workable walls for intermediates or heavier, faster sections when larger S-SW swells arrive. North wind is the clean setup, and the wave is less tide-sensitive than many rocky points, though low tide adds consequence around the takeoff. It is one of the highest-impact missing El Salvador entries because it anchors the Wild East surf zone and is often paired with nearby Punta Mango.
Las Flores surf forecast
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Direction range
- 170° - 235°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 3.5m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.8m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 330° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.8m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Bottom
Sand
Max wave face
4m+
Board
Shortboard
Consistency
8/10
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Eastern El Salvador near El Cuco and Chirilagua; road access from San Salvador.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Las Flores?
The Las Flores profile favors the recorded tide range, ideally between 0.3m and 1.8m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Las Flores?
The Las Flores profile uses wind from N (0°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 330° to 45°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Las Flores?
The Las Flores scoring profile favors swell from SSW (170° to 235°), a swell-height range of 0.8m to 3.5m, and a reference period of 15s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Las Flores?
The main season at Las Flores is Mar-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Dec. S-SW swells are strongest March-October; November and December can be clean with smaller winter surf.
How do I get to Las Flores?
The spot profile lists SAL as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 180 minutes. Eastern El Salvador near El Cuco and Chirilagua; road access from San Salvador.
What kind of wave is Las Flores?
Las Flores is a point break, a right-hander over a sand bottom. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec
S-SW swells are strongest March-October; November and December can be clean with smaller winter surf.
Getting There
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La Bocana
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Sunzal
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