Playa Bejuco Surf Spot Guide

This is a consistent spot that can handle bigger swells, up to 12 feet.

In the past several swimmers have drowned here, watch out with the currents.

Surfing is often best at Playa Bejuco during lower tides. The shifting sandbars become more exposed at low to mid tides, shaping clean peaks and helping form longer rides. During these times, nearby beaches such as Playa Hermosa can become too shallow or close out.
Incoming or outgoing low tides create the most playful waves, with manageable rips and punchy beach breaks. At high tide, the waves can become slower and the rides shorter due to the amount of water.

The waves here can hold shape well, especially when larger south-southwest swells arrive. Peaks form along the wide, sandy beach and allow for both left and right breaks.
Onshore winds, typically starting later in the day, can produce choppy and less organized surf. Start your surf session early to take advantage of the favorable morning conditions!

Playa Bejuco offers surfers reliable conditions throughout the year. However, the surf varies noticeably with the changing seasons.

Wet season (May to mid December) brings more consistent swell, usually from the south or southwest. This time is often favored by experienced surfers, as the waves tend to be larger and more frequent.

Dry season, from mid December to April, typically sees smaller but clean waves. Winds are often offshore in the mornings, creating smooth and surfable, glassy conditions. Beginners may find this season more approachable due to the manageable wave size.
Early mornings usually offer the cleanest breaks! Local winds tend to pick up in the afternoons, which can create choppier conditions.

Regardless of the season, Playa Bejuco remains less crowded compared to busier nearby spots, providing a relaxed atmosphere for visitors.

Photos of Playa Bejuco