Chickens
Chickens is a fun left reef break in the La Santa area that offers hollow waves without the intensity of nearby El Quemao. Named for the local farm chickens, it's a popular option for sampling the La Santa zone without tackling its heaviest waves.
Chickens surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 290° - 340°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Offshore range
- 90° - 180°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.8m
Water temp
20°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: La Santa zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Chickens?
The Chickens profile favors mid tide, ideally between 0.5m and 1.8m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Chickens?
The Chickens profile uses wind from SE (135°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 90° to 180°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Chickens?
The Chickens scoring profile favors swell from NW (290° to 340°), a swell-height range of 1m to 2.5m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Chickens?
The main season at Chickens is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. Hollow waves near La Santa. More forgiving than El Quemao.
How do I get to Chickens?
The spot profile lists ACE as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 20 minutes. La Santa zone.
What kind of wave is Chickens?
Chickens is a reef break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Hollow waves near La Santa. More forgiving than El Quemao.
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