Jean Rabel is a surf spot located on the north coast of Haiti. It's the first notable surf area you hit when you move outside of the giant swell shadow created by Île de La Tortue. This place offers both a right point break and a full rivermouth with multiple sections to ride, making it a pretty good option for surfers looking to catch some waves in the area.

The surf here tends to work best with north to northeast swells, handling sizes as low as 1 ft (0.3 m). The waves break over a mix of boulders and sand, and you can look forward to riding fun rivermouth waves that typically peel right. If you're aiming for prime conditions, you're gonna want to surf during low to mid tide and catch a nice breeze coming from the south. The spot is suitable for intermediate surfers who are ready to link up some sharp turns and glide over the smooth lips.

Jean Rabel is in an environment that’s generally arid due to its position in the northern rain shadow. The area is transforming, with new paved roads showing up and a variety of places to stay. After a session, you can enjoy some local food, particularly the goat dishes, and kick back with a Prestige beer while listening to the lively accordion compas music blaring from nearby bars.