La Fonda (K-58)
La Fonda, also known as K-58 for its kilometer marker, is a quality reef break offering multiple peaks along the Baja coast south of Tijuana. The wave provides both lefts and rights depending on the swell direction, making it a versatile option for surfers exploring the region.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WNW (285°)
- Direction range
- 270° - 300°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
17°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Kilometer 58 on toll road. Easy highway access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is La Fonda (K-58)?
La Fonda is a reef break in Rosarito, Mexico, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at La Fonda (K-58)?
La Fonda picks up swell from the W round to the WNW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the WNW. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 1.2m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 2 to 2.6m. Period matters too: aim for 15s 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 La Fonda (K-58)?
An E wind is dead offshore at La Fonda, 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 La Fonda (K-58)?
La Fonda is at its best around mid tide.
When is the best time of year to surf La Fonda (K-58)?
The most reliable run of swell at La Fonda comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Apr and Oct too. Winter NW swells. Named for kilometer marker.
How cold is the water at La Fonda (K-58)?
The water at La Fonda averages around 17°C, so you'll want a 3/2mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is La Fonda (K-58) good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (5/10) when it's on. Reef break with multiple peaks.
How do I get to La Fonda (K-58)?
The nearest airport on our list is TIJ, then it's roughly a 50-minute drive. Kilometer 58 on toll road. Easy highway access.
What other surf spots are near La Fonda (K-58)?
The closest breaks we track are San Miguel (24 km), Rarely's (Todos Santos Island) (28 km) and Killers (Isla Todos Santos) (29 km), handy when La Fonda isn't working. We track 4 spots around Rosarito in total.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Oct, Apr
Winter NW swells. Named for kilometer marker.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
San Miguel
🇲🇽 Birthplace of Mexican surf • Trestles-like rights • Winter NW swells
Rarely's (Todos Santos Island)
🌊 Todos Santos tier 2 • Named for its rarity • 40-foot alternative
Killers (Isla Todos Santos)
⚡ West Coast big wave mecca • Giant winter waves • Boat access only
Thor's Hammer (Todos Santos Island)
⚡ Todos Santos heavy slab • Mythical power • Elite slabbers only
Urchins (Todos Santos Island)
🦔 Todos Santos step-up • Killers apprenticeship • Named for the urchins
Chickens (Todos Santos Island)
🐔 Todos Santos step-up • More forgiving big wave • Killers warm-up spot