Playa El Cocal
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Mirage point break that is actually just an average right hand peak. Not more than a 3 turn wave on a good day. It is all right for something different but I would not recommend staying in front of the wave as the other wave options in the area are superior. I did not find that this spot offered quality conditions very often in comparison to the other spots in the area.
Atmosphere:
Mellow village, nice getaway from El Tunco or Libertdad.
Additional Info:
Park on the road in the village or at one of the surf hotels
Location
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3km west of La Libertad or 4km east of El Tunco. Turn off the highway at the sign that says "Playa El Cocal"
| Walk | Short walk (5-15 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Reef (rocky) |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right |
| Bottom | Boulders |
| Power | Ordinary |
| Frequency | Regular (100 days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | North, NorthEast |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | SouthWest, South |
| Swell size | 3ft-5ft - 8ft+ |
| Tide | Mid and high tide |
| Tide movement | Rising tide |
Crowd
| Week | Few surfers |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Few surfers |
Dangers
Rocks
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Cemetery
1.67 miles away
| Direction: | Right |
| Bottom: | Boulders |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
Restaurants
1.89 miles away
| Direction: | Right |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |