Carrizalillo
Carrizalillo is a beautiful cove beach near Puerto Escondido that offers fun, intermediate-level waves in a stunning setting. The protected bay provides mellower conditions than Zicatela, making it perfect for progression and fun sessions. Access is via stairs down the cliff, adding to the secluded feel.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 220°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.4m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 13s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNE (22°)
- Offshore range
- 0° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
5/10
👥 Summer Break (Jul 15 – Aug 31) — expect extra crowds
Access: Beautiful cove beach. Stairs required for access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Carrizalillo?
Carrizalillo handles all stages of the tide, so time your session around the wind instead. The live chart above shows the next few days.
What wind direction is offshore at Carrizalillo?
Offshore wind at Carrizalillo blows from the NNE (22°). Anything in the 0° to 45° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Carrizalillo?
Carrizalillo wants SSW swell (180° to 220°) between 0.6m and 1.8m, with a period of 13s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Carrizalillo?
The main season at Carrizalillo is May-Oct. A secondary window runs Apr, Nov. Year-round waves. Protected cove.
How do I get to Carrizalillo?
Fly into PXM, then allow about 10 minutes by road. Beautiful cove beach. Stairs required for access.
What kind of wave is Carrizalillo?
Carrizalillo is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: May-Oct
Secondary: Apr, Nov
Year-round waves. Protected cove.
Getting There
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