Overview
Playa Caletas is a deserted beachbreak that runs down to a large rivermouth, with more of the same peeling on at neighbouring Playa Ario. The banks break over sand and throw up both lefts and rights.
When It Works
It draws swell from south through west-southwest to northwest (S-WSW-NW), with west (W) swell the best match. Small swells are the play here, and the sandbanks are usable from 0.3 m / 1 ft to 1.8 m / 6 ft. Consistency is moderate, so timing your window helps. When the beach is small, there's also a right reef on the northern headland that comes to life at high tide.
Wind and Tide
Look for northeast (NE) offshore wind. The beach works on mid and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.
Local Tips
Intermediate surfers will get the most out of it, and the lineup stays fairly quiet. The water can get unruly, with rips and rays to keep an eye on.
Access
Camping is close at hand, and there's free parking along the roadside.
