The Wave
Mid to high tide is the safer window.
East to east-northeast wind keeps it tidy, south-southwest swell is the trigger, and the point can throw dangerous rips around the shoulders and the nearby bay.
Surf GuideNicoya Peninsula
Punta Barigona
Punta Barigona is a Malpais headland point with long lefts when the swell is right. It is reliable enough to matter, but the line still depends on a clean southwest pulse and a good tide. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Punta Barigona in Nicoya Peninsula.
Break TypePoint Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationNicoya Peninsula, CR
Forecast
- Waves 4-6 ft+
- Period 12 s
- Wind E 5 kt
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