Chivos (Mazatlan)
Chivos is a reef break in Mazatlan offering multiple peaks that work on summer swells. The wave provides options for both lefts and rights, making it a versatile choice in the Sinaloa surf scene.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 220°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNE (22°)
- Offshore range
- 0° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Mazatlan city break.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Chivos (Mazatlan)?
Chivos is a reef break in Mazatlan, Mexico, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Chivos (Mazatlan)?
Chivos 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 2.4m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 12s 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 Chivos (Mazatlan)?
A NNE wind is dead offshore at Chivos, and anything from the N round to the NE 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 Chivos (Mazatlan)?
Chivos is at its best around mid tide.
When is the best time of year to surf Chivos (Mazatlan)?
The most reliable run of swell at Chivos comes May to Oct. There's a second window in Apr and Nov too. Summer swells. Multiple reef peaks.
How cold is the water at Chivos (Mazatlan)?
The water at Chivos averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Chivos (Mazatlan) 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. Expect a moderate crowd (4/10) when it's on. Reef with multiple peaks.
How do I get to Chivos (Mazatlan)?
The nearest airport on our list is MZT, then it's roughly a 15-minute drive. Mazatlan city break.
What other surf spots are near Chivos (Mazatlan)?
The closest breaks we track are Valentinos (2.0 km), Stone Island (Mazatlan) (3.8 km) and Los Patos (4.5 km), handy when Chivos isn't working. We track 4 spots around Mazatlan in total.
Best Season
Peak: May-Oct
Secondary: Apr, Nov
Summer swells. Multiple reef peaks.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Valentinos
🌊 Mazatlan reef barrels • Spinning hollow rights • Sinaloa surf scene
Stone Island (Mazatlan)
🏝️ Mazatlan island escape • Fun beach peaks • Boat trip surf
Los Patos
🌊 Mazatlan left reef • Goofy-footer option • Sinaloa variety
Teacapan
🏝️ Remote Sinaloa rivermouth • Shifting sandbar magic • Off-the-grid surf