Coordinates 9.589500 -84.625283

Roca Loca is a surf spot located in Puntarenas, Costa Rica, about 1 km south of Jaco on the headland near Perro Fino. The spot is known for its sand and rock bottom, and it needs a reasonable swell to work. The surf spot provides right waves. The best surf conditions are during medium and high tides, and the spot is considered a regional classic with regular wave frequency. The wave length ranges from 50 to 150 meters. Roca Loca is mostly empty, so crowds are rare, but when it does get busy, respect the locals and always check the surf etiquette. Access to the spot requires a paddle of more than 20 minutes or a boat, and there is a steep path from the parking area or lookout point. The waves can get powerful, especially during large swells from the southwest to northwest, and can reach up to triple overhead. The rocky reef bottom and submerged rocks make the spot challenging, so it is recommended for intermediate surfers. Rips and currents are present, so always check your skills before paddling out, be sure that the spot and conditions fit your surfing level. The nearest surf spots are Jaco Beach, T box, Hermosa, Gully’s, and The Tree. For the latest surf forecast, surf report, map, and webcam, check local surf resources before heading out. Always be aware of the rocks, rips, and currents in the area. There are no alternative names or main peaks listed for this spot. No historical or trivia information is available. Make sure to check the difficulty of the spot and respect the local surf community. Check out the good surf at Roca Loca in the next 7 days, the webcams, the full forecast report, or see the spot on the surf map.

Best tide at Roca Loca

Medium, High

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Tides have a significant impact on wave quality at certain surf spots like Roca Loca, causing conditions to vary throughout the tidal cycle. As the tide moves between high and low, the water depth over the seabed changes, affecting how the waves break. At these spots, high tide usually produce softer, slower waves, while low tide can generate faster, steeper waves. Some spots have specific tide stages when they work best, offering optimal conditions only at certain times of the day.

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