Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay)
Punta Pequena lies beyond Fourth Point in the Scorpion Bay system, rarely surfed on its own but occasionally reached on epic connecting rides. It represents the outer limits of the legendary point system, where only the longest swells and most determined surfers venture.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (197°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 215°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WNW (292°)
- Offshore range
- 270° - 315°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low
Water temp
24°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
1/10
👥 Summer Break (Jul 15 – Aug 31) — expect extra crowds
Access: Beyond Fourth Point in the system.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay)?
Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay) works best on a low tide. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay)?
Offshore wind at Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay) blows from the WNW (292°). Anything in the 270° to 315° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay)?
Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay) wants SSW swell (180° to 215°) between 1.2m and 3m, with a period of 15s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay)?
The main season at Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay) is Jun-Oct. A secondary window runs May, Nov. Summer swells. Beyond Fourth Point.
How do I get to Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay)?
Fly into SJD, then allow about 480 minutes by road. Beyond Fourth Point in the system.
What kind of wave is Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay)?
Punta Pequena (Scorpion Bay) is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Jun-Oct
Secondary: May, Nov
Summer swells. Beyond Fourth Point.
Getting There
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