Toco
Toco sits at Trinidad's northeastern tip where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea. This scenic reef break delivers serious waves when winter swells arrive, with tube time available for those who can handle the power. The long drive from Port of Spain keeps crowds minimal.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 20° - 90°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 240° - 300°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Northeast Trinidad. Remote drive from Port of Spain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Toco?
Toco works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.6m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Toco?
Offshore wind at Toco blows from the W (270°). Anything in the 240° to 300° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Toco?
Toco wants NE swell (20° to 90°) between 1.2m and 2.5m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Toco?
The main season at Toco is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Sep, Oct. Winter swells. Scenic spot where Atlantic meets Caribbean.
How do I get to Toco?
Fly into POS, then allow about 90 minutes by road. Northeast Trinidad. Remote drive from Port of Spain.
What kind of wave is Toco?
Toco is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Winter swells. Scenic spot where Atlantic meets Caribbean.
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