Surfing Playa Acapulquito, Baja
Playa Acapulquito is a mushy reef break with mostly rights. Playa Acapulquito is in front of the Cabo Surf Hotel. Playa Acapulquito is a great place to learn, just be aware that there are the occasional rocks. Since Playa Acapulquito is so easy to find, it gets crowded especially on weekends. Playa Acapulquito breaks good on summer South swells. Playa Acapulquito is the first of the Costa Azul breaks. Costa Azul is the bay that holds the best and most famous surf spots in all of Baja Sur, Playa Acapulquito, The Rock and Zippers .
Wave Information for Surfing Playa Acapulquito
Alternative Name: Alcapulquito and Old Mans
Skill Level: Beginner to pro
Best Season: Summer
Crowds: It gets crowded, especially on weekends
Locals: Small local scene
Hazards: No major hazards except other people
Wave Description
Wave Type: Rock reef break
Wave Direction: Rights
Best Surf: Head high
Power: Mushy and fun
Wave consistency: Regular consistency
Bottom Type: Sand and rock
Tides and Swell
Best Tide: All tides
Wind Direction: North
Best Swell Direction:Playa Alcapulquito breaks best on South and Southwest swells
Wave Access
Easy to Locate: Yes
Location: Playa Acapulquito is located by the Cabo Surf Hotel around Km. 28. Park and walk down the staircase to the beach.