Salinas y Espartal Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Salinas y Espartal Surf Guide
This stretch of sandy bay runs from the rivermouth groyne at Punta del Gallo south to the urban beach of Playa de Salinas. It needs a medium sized NW swell, but when its on the high quality waves here draw a large local crew. Has long, walling lefts and rights through the tides, often gets hollow in a solid groundswell. The western end has a long headland that can offer some protection in W or NW winds.
Ability Level
Beginner - Intermediate
Good for all levels
Local Vibe
Intimidating
Intense, can be some localism.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Gets busy when good.
Spot Rating
Fun
Reliable, fun, walling, lefts and rights, popular with a talented longboard crew - transforms into heavier hollower fare when the swell kicks in.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Can be rippy with a heavy paddle out.
Water Quality
Fair
Rivermouth run-off and urban outflows means the water isn't great here - terrible after rains.
Hazards
Crowds, rips and heavy when big.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard
Access
Street parking just back from the beach and a car park in the middle of the bay.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Works all year, best September to November.
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