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Pavones

One of the longest lefts in the world. Rides of over a kilometer on the best swells. Remote southern Costa Rica. Jungle-lined point. Worth the journey.

Left point break

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW

Swell Size

3–10 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (N/NE)

Season

summer

Skill Level

Intermediate — Expert

Location

County

Puntarenas

Region

South Pacific

Coordinates

8.3870, -83.1555

NOAA Buoy

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