Caridad is a left-hand reef break that peels over live coral.
When It Works
The reef draws swell from north through east (N-E), with a northeast (NE) swell the best match, and it stays fairly consistent when the surf is running. It works from 0.9 m / 3 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft. When a solid north-to-east swell lines up with a full high tide, Caridad can reveal a long, near-perfect left.
Wind and Tide
Look for west (W) offshore wind to hold the face clean. The break favours high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.
Local Tips
This is an intermediate wave, best suited to surfers comfortable sitting over a reef. Expect a fairly quiet lineup, which stays uncrowded even with a beach town close by.
Access
There's free parking near the break, including roadside spots.

