Coyote Cal's (K-181)
Coyote Cal's, named for the surf camp at kilometer 181, is a remote beach break in central Baja that offers uncrowded peaks far from civilization. The area requires commitment to reach but rewards with empty lineups and the raw beauty of Baja's desert coast.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WNW (290°)
- Direction range
- 270° - 310°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.4m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Remote surf camp area at K-181.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Oct, Apr
Winter NW swells. Remote surf camp.
Getting There
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