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West wind is the clean lane, east swell is the main driver, and all tides keep the beach in play.
Winter is the better season, and the beach is usually more manageable than the busier mainland checks.
Surf GuideSanta Catarina
Praia Grande
Praia Grande is the north Santa Catarina beach at São Francisco do Sul, a broad shoreline surf check with a quieter local feel than the bigger resort beaches farther south. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Praia Grande in Santa Catarina.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationSanta Catarina, BR
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