Poneloya Beach Las Penitas
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Still very unknown to the general surfing population. Has great beaches, San Juan Venado Island Wildlife Reserve for tours, hiking, fishing. Playa Roca has dorms, private rooms, excellent bar and restaurant right on the BEACH.
Atmosphere:
Was picked by Quicksilver to host the first International Surf Contest in the history of Northern Nicaragua
Additional Info:
Right in front of the Hotel Playa Roca. The point is only meters from the Bar/Restaurant.
Location
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Located just 13 miles/18 km west of the Colonial city of Leon. 20 minute bus ride (10 cordobas/$.50). Las Penitas is 4 km south of the village of Poneloya. Bus will drop you off right in front of the Playa Roca Beach Hotel, less than 150 ft. from the surf.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Point break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy |
| Power | Unknown |
| Frequency | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | Unknown |
| Swell size | 3ft-5ft - 10ft+ |
| Tide | All tides |
| Tide movement | Rising and falling tides |
Crowd
| Week | Empty |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Few surfers |
Dangers
Rips / undertow
Videos
None
Nearby spots
20.11 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
21.65 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
22.04 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |