Surfing Playa Los Cerritos, Baja
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. There is a campground with showers. It does get cold there during certain times of the year so make sure you bring a full suit..
Wave Information for Surfing Los Cerritos
Alternative Name: Cerritos
Skill Level: Beginner to pro
Best Season: Winter and Spring
Crowds: Small crowds
Locals: This is not a local spot
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 Swell
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.