Playa Herradura Surf Spot Guide
Playa Herradura Surf Spot Guide
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Surf Spot: Playa Herradura, Jaco
Break Type: Reef rocky
Difficulty Level: Experienced surfers
Best Swell Direction: West, Southwest
Ride Direction: Left
Tides: Low and mid tides – Rising tides
Description
Playa Herradura is a small ‘horse-shoe’ shaped beach situated north of Jaco on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. The quaint town has gained tremendous popularity in the last few years. It is now considered one of the best beaches of Costa Rica with plenty to offer. Marriott Los Suenos, a luxurious hotel with marina and golf course, is Playa Herradura’s latest attraction. Those who wish to escape Jaco’s rambunctious atmosphere will find Playa Herradura a tranquil hideaway.
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Playa Herradura is not a major surf beach and does not offer any big waves for surfing. However, the beach is quite popular among the locals. A bit out to the sea Isla Herradura is present. It features a reef rocky break with a long left breaking over a rocky bottom. The break is inconsistent running up to 500 meters on a good day. Big swells are picked up from West and Southwest hemispheres while the wind blows from Southeast, East and Northeast direction. The size of swells starts to build up at 5 feet and can hold up to 12 feet. The break is best surfed at a low to mid tide.
You can reach the surf spot by paddling out or through a boat ride. Due to the presence of many rocks, the break is potentially dangerous and is only recommended to experienced surfers. Surf enthusiasts will be happy to know that the spot is almost always deserted.
Surf Camps nearby Playa Herradura
Popular surf camps nearby Playa Herradura include Jaco Surf Academy, Jaco Surf School, School of the World, Del Mar Surf Camp, Jim Hogan Surf Camp, Vista Guapa Surf Camp, Costa Azul Surf Camp, Fischer Bros Surf Camp, Surf Costa Tours and SoCosta Surfari.
Accommodations in Playa Herradura
Playa Herradura is an expensive place and staying in its hotel may stretch on your budget. The popular resorts and hotels in the beach town include Hotel Villa Caletas, Hotel Poseidon, Copacabana Hotel and Suite, Zaphyr Palace and Los Suenos Resort and Marina. If you wish to find lodging in a more affordable range, you can stay in accommodations found in Jaco which is located a short distance away.
