Surfing Playa Los Cerritos

Playa Los Cerritos is the most crowded spot on the west side of the Cape, due to the consistency of this wave. Playa Los Cerritos is a fun right point reef break with some sand bottoms. Playa Los Cerritos is a good wave to learn on except when a big swell hits. It does get cold there during certain times of the year so make sure you bring a full suit.

Wave Information

• Alternative Name: Cerritos
• Skill Level: Beginner to pro
• Best Season: Winter and Spring
• Crowds: Small crowds but growing
• Locals: Some
• Hazards: Rip currents

Wave Description

• Wave Type: Beach break
• Wave Direction: Rights and lefts
• Best Surf: Head high to double overhead
• Power: Mushy and fun
• Wave consistency: Regular consistency
• Bottom Type: Sand

Tides and Swells

• Best Tide: Any tide
• Wind Direction: Northeast and East
• Best Swell Direction: Playa Los Cerritos breaks on Winter Northwest swells.

Wave Access

Easy to Locate: Yes
Location:  Turn off main road (Mexico 19). Head south of Pescadero surf camp, then head west to the beach, Los Cerritos is at the Km-64 mark.