Punta Roca

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Excellent wave. One of the best of the area!

Atmosphere:
This spot is always empty. Usually they are surfing the main breakof the area : "el bolsillo"
Not too many people know how good this place gets when the conditions are right. Even during a small 3' swell this place rocks! It breaks all year round but it's usually blown out. I have surfed there with onshore winds but It can be very dangerous cause there is a very strong current and hidden rocks. Check it during the rainy season early in the morning...you might score!

Additional Info:
I say this is the heaviest wave of the Caribbean region when it's breaking. Be warned that this spot is very wind sensitive. There must be no wind or off-shore winds. Or maybe a slight onshore breeze. The wave is very powerful and barrels are the call here. The bottom is made of very sharp rocks and sand. Be careful!

Location
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Access

From Barranquilla take the main road to the beach as if going to Sabanilla Beaches. Right before the Country Club entrance there is a dirt road. Take it all the way to the cliffs and make a right until you get to the main break. During low tides the is a tiny stretch of sand. Paddle in from there.

WalkInstant access (<5 min)
Public accessYes
4x4 requiredUnknown
Boat requiredUnknown
Wave Characteristics
TypeReef (rocky)
DirectionRight and left
BottomReef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) with sand
PowerHollow, Fast, Powerful
FrequencySometimes breaks (50 days/year)
Normal lengthNormal (50 to 150m)
Good day lengthNormal (50 to 150m)
Ideal Conditions
Wind directionSouth, SouthEast, East
Swell directionNorth, NorthWest, West
Swell size3ft-5ft - 10ft+
TideMid and high tide
Tide movementRising and falling tides
Crowd
WeekEmpty
WeekendEmpty
Dangers

Urchins, Rocks

Videos

None

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