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Surf GuideSanta Catarina
Mike Vondran at Praia Mole, Florianopolis, Brazil, December 21 2008.

Praia Mole

Praia Mole is Florianópolis's famous open-ocean surf beach, a championship venue with beach bars, paragliders overhead, and a strong local personality that makes it feel like a surf scene as much as a shoreline. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Praia Mole in Santa Catarina.

Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationSanta Catarina, BR
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Northeast wind is the clean call from local guidance, southeast swell is the main trigger, and mid to high tide is usually best.

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Lineup Guide

Rip currents are strong, the drop-off is steep, summer parking fills fast, and the north end links toward Galheta.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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