La Punta
La Punta is Puerto Escondido's friendly alternative—a mellow left-hand point break at the southern end of the beach, offering an escape from the Mexican Pipeline's terrifying power. While Zicatela punishes, La Punta rewards with long, workable walls perfect for progressing surfers and those seeking a more relaxed session. The point catches the same swells but refracts them into something far more approachable. The hipster-friendly neighborhood behind the break adds café culture and boutique accommodation to the mix. For those who want the Puerto lifestyle without the Puerto beatdowns, La Punta delivers.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (195°)
- Direction range
- 170° - 230°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.9m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNE (20°)
- Offshore range
- 340° - 60°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
6/10
👥 Summer Break (Jul 15 – Aug 31) — expect extra crowds
Access: 10min from Puerto Escondido airport. Walk from Zicatela.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at La Punta?
La Punta works best on a low tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at La Punta?
Offshore wind at La Punta blows from the NNE (20°). Anything in the 340° to 60° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at La Punta?
La Punta wants SSW swell (170° to 230°) between 0.6m and 2.5m, with a period of 16s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf La Punta?
The main season at La Punta is May-Oct. A secondary window runs Apr, Nov. SW swell season May-October. Gentler than Zicatela.
How do I get to La Punta?
Fly into PXM, then allow about 10 minutes by road. 10min from Puerto Escondido airport. Walk from Zicatela.
What kind of wave is La Punta?
La Punta is a point break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: May-Oct
Secondary: Apr, Nov
SW swell season May-October. Gentler than Zicatela.
Getting There
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