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Roca Loca

Right9.5895, -84.6253

Overview

Quality
Regional classic
Crowd
Empty
Experience
Intermediate
Bottom
Sand and rocks

About this Spot

Roca Loca is a surf spot located in Puntarenas, Costa Rica, about 1 km south of Jaco on the headland near Perro Fino. The spot is known for its sand and rock bottom, and it needs a reasonable swell to work. The surf spot provides right waves. The best surf conditions are during medium and high tides, and the spot is considered a regional classic with regular wave frequency. The wave length ranges from 50 to 150 meters. Roca Loca is mostly empty, so crowds are rare, but when it does get busy, respect the locals and always check the surf etiquette. Access to the spot requires a paddle of more than 20 minutes or a boat, and there is a steep path from the parking area or lookout point. The waves can get powerful, especially during large swells from the southwest to northwest, and can reach up to triple overhead. The rocky reef bottom and submerged rocks make the spot challenging, so it is recommended for intermediate surfers. Rips and currents are present, so always check your skills before paddling out, be sure that the spot and conditions fit your surfing level. The nearest surf spots are Jaco Beach, T box, Hermosa, Gully’s, and The Tree. For the latest surf forecast, surf report, map, and webcam, check local surf resources before heading out. Always be aware of the rocks, rips, and currents in the area. There are no alternative names or main peaks listed for this spot. No historical or trivia information is available. Make sure to check the difficulty of the spot and respect the local surf community.

Optimal Conditions

Best Swell
SW, W, NW
Swell Direction
202.5°-337.5°
Best Wind
NE, E, SE
Wind Direction
22.5°-157.5°
Best Tide
Medium, High
Best Size
Good from 1.5 meters
Wave Length
50 - 150 m
Frequency
Regular (40 between and 150)

Location

Coordinates

9.589500° N, -84.625283° W

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