Puerto Viejo
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Puerto Viejo is a left point break that is a very fun wave. There are very few locals but when it gets good the spot gets pretty crowded.
Atmosphere:
The spot is very relaxed with a few restaurants. Very good seafood.
Location
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You access the spot by pulling off at the km 71.5 on the pan highway. The spot is a 5 minute drive from the main highway.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Yes |
| Boat required | No |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Point break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Left |
| Bottom | Sandy |
| Power | Fun |
| Frequency | Regular (100 days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | West, SouthWest |
| Swell size | 3ft-5ft - 8ft+ |
| Tide | All tides |
| Tide movement | Rising and falling tides |
Crowd
| Week | Empty |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Crowded |
Dangers
None
Videos
Nearby spots
San Antonio (Regatas)
1.34 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
Las Gramas
1.75 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
