Surfing K-55, Baja
K-55 also called Campo Lopez or Rocky Point. K-55 is a well-known wave like K-38. K-55 has juicy barrels both right and left. There are a couple of reef breaks at the south end of the beach by the rocks. K-55 holds its shape on big swells can hold even at double overhead surf. Due to the development there it is hard to access this wave.
Wave Information for Surfing K55
Alternative Name: Rocky Point, Campo Lopez and Urchin Point
Skill Level: Intermediate to pro
Best Season: Winter
Crowds:Not crowded, unless its good
Locals: This is not a local spot
Hazards: Rip currents, rocks, sea urchins and sharks
Wave Description
Wave Type: Rock reef break
Wave Direction: Rights
Best Surf: Head high to double overhead
Power: Fast and powerful
Wave consistency: Very consistency
Bottom Type: Sand and rock
Tides and Swell
Best Tide: Medium tide
Wind Direction: Northeast
Best Swell Direction:K-55 breaks best on a big Northwest
Wave Access
Easy to Locate: Moderately easy
Location: K-55, is located off of the free road (Old Highway 1). Past Puerto Nuevo, past the sand dunes, about 3 miles North of La Fonda ask the guard at the get if he will let you in.