Pico Alto 2
Pico Alto 2 is the everyday surf spot at Punta Hermosa, distinct from the famous big wave spot offshore. This left point offers consistent waves accessible to intermediate surfers.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (195°)
- Direction range
- 175° - 220°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 1.08×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 50° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
17°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: Main beach at Punta Hermosa.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Year-round. More accessible than Pico Alto.
Getting There
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