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Southwest swell and NNE wind are the key ingredients, and the remote access keeps the lineup low-key.
Use an all-tides profile and check the approach before heading down the peninsula.
Surf GuideSouth Pacific Costa Rica
Playa Carate
Playa Carate is a remote Osa beach break at the edge of Corcovado country, more consistent than it looks and best on southwest swell with offshore north-northeast wind. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Playa Carate in South Pacific Costa Rica.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationSouth Pacific Costa Rica, CR
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