Surfing In and Near Cabo San Lucas
Cabo San Lucas has been attracting surfers from around the world for many years. Aside from the year-round warm water, weather and consistent surf conditions, Cabo offers nightlife, adventures and resorts that you won't find anywhere else.
Seasons
Cabo surf conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. Toward the end of summer months, the "chubasco" begins and brings with it stormy weather and slightly larger waves.
While it is believed the best surfing spots are kept secret by the locals, there are still plenty of other spots that will more than impress even the seasoned pro.
- Zippers - Easily located at about Km. 29 on Mexican 1, this experts-only spot is one of the best around. Waves break right over a rocky reef which makes this spot a little dangerous for newcomers. Crowds regularly gather on the beach to watch the action in the water.
- Roca Loca - Another spot for advanced or expert surfers, waves at Loca Roca typically swell between 3 and 6 feet and break to the right. The sand and rock bottom are pretty forgiving for the most part.
- Acapulquito - This spot offers surf that is good for beginner and more advanced surfers. The wave quality is fairly consistent. The only downside to this spot is the crowds on weekends and during certain weeks of the year.
- Cerritos - Consistent beach break waves crashing over a sandy ocean floor make Cerritos one of the best spots around Cabo, great for beginners and advanced surfers alike. Despite the hour trip from Cabo, this spot has been described as one of the more untouched and natural beaches in the area.
If you're interested in learning to surf in Cabo, you've got options for that as well. The calm swells on some beaches make Cabo a pretty good place for learning to surf. Surf lessons are available through many hotels and surf shops in the area. A couple notable schools are:
- Mike Doyle Surf School (858.964.5117) - Group or private instructions are available and include everything you need to catch your first wave.
- Costa Azul Surf Shop (011.52.624.142.2771) - Group or private lessons from professional instructors in San Jose Del Cabo
Surfing is just more attraction that Cabo San Lucas offers which attracts so many visitors each year.
Luxury resorts, nightlife, shopping and more. With so much to offer, it's no wonder why Cabo has become a top Mexican destination for vacationers of all interests.
