Rock-framed town bay (Praia Grande) with a left at the south end and softer right at the north; holds bigger swell and N wind thanks to shelter. Short rides, rarely crowded.
Break
beach break, lefts and rights; faces W
Level
intermediate
Best swell
W, NW
Best wind
E (offshore)
Best tide
mid tide
Season
Autumn to winter
Typical size
0.8–2.5 m
Crowd
low
Hazards
Rocks and reef patches around the bay; Short waves with limited room between rocks