Point BreakIntermediate — Advancedsummer

Playa Gigante Nicaragua

Beautiful cove with a defined right point break. Near Popoyo. Less crowded. Small fishing village atmosphere. Growing surf tourism scene.

Right point break in cove

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW

Swell Size

3–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

summer

Skill Level

Intermediate — Advanced

Location

County

Nicaragua

Region

Rivas

Coordinates

11.4330, -86.0185

NOAA Buoy

Nearby Spots

Playa Colorado (Nicaragua)

2.4 mi · Beach Break · Best 3–8 ft

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Popoyo

5.0 mi · Reef Break · Best 3–10 ft

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Playa Maderas

18.3 mi · Beach Break · Best 2–6 ft

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Witch's Rock (Roca Bruja)

41.6 mi · Beach Break · Best 3–8 ft

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Playa Grande Costa Rica

76.5 mi · Beach Break · Best 3–8 ft

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