Cocles is one of Puerto Viejo's better-known east-coast surf checks, mixing beach-break accessibility with a reef section that adds bite. It is consistent enough to draw a crowd without losing its everyday usefulness. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Cocles in Caribbean Costa Rica.
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NE swell with SSW wind is the main setup.
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Lineup Guide
It can work through the tide, but mid to high water gives more cover over the reef; watch urchins, jellyfish, and crowd pressure.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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