Playa Escondida surf forecast

Jaco · Puntarenas · Costa Rica

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Secluded reef north of Jaco, reached by boat or through a private resort; quality lefts and rights over rock on a mid, rising tide.

Break

reef break, lefts and rights; faces NW

Level

advanced

Best swell

SW, S

Best wind

E, NE (offshore)

Best tide

mid tide

Season

April-October (south swell season)

Typical size

1-2.5 m

Crowd

medium

Hazards

rocky reef; boat or private access

Nearby spots

• Playa Jaco, Jaco
• Roca Loca, Jaco
• Playa Hermosa, Jaco
• Esterillos Oeste, Esterillos
• Puerto Caldera, Caldera
• Playa Bejuco, Bejuco

Questions

Is Playa Escondida good for beginners?

It is best for advanced surfers (rocky reef; boat or private access). Beginners nearby can try Playa Jaco, Jaco.

What swell, wind and tide work best at Playa Escondida?

SW, S swell, E, NE wind (offshore), at mid tide. Typical size 1-2.5 m.

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