Chicama Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

SW

Wind

Glassy or SE

Surf Height

Waist high to triple overhead

Tide

All tide.

Chicama Surf Guide

At one time called the world's longest wave, one look at a map of Chicama reveals the hugeness and flawless symmetry of this lefthand sand point, and the wave can go on for more than two miles. Chicama has several sections, so paddling back out to the takeoff area at the top is useless -- simply surf your way down the point and then walk back. It's not a heavy wave by any means, so surfers of all ability levels can revel in the perfection.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

Beginner to advanced

Local Vibe

Welcoming

WelcomingIntimidating

Relaxed.

Crowd Factor

Mellow

MellowHeavy

Uncrowded.

Spot Rating

Perfect

PoorPerfect

Good.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

Medium but can be heavy if you decide to paddle back up the point after a long ride.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Clean

Hazards

Noodle arms/legs after a long one.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish

Access

Simple.

Bottom

Sand.

Best Season

Winter

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