Overview
Punta Palmilla is a right-hand reef break set in a bay crowded with resorts and condos. It breaks over a patchy mix of uneven reef and sand.
When It Works
The reef favors south (S) swell and picks up anything from southwest through southeast. It is usable from 1.2 m / 4 ft to 3 m / 10 ft, though it can be somewhat inconsistent, coming good when a solid south swell lines up. The outside point only fires on the biggest south swells, serving up ledgy rights.
Wind and Tide
Look for northwest (NW) offshore wind. It can work through low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.
Local Tips
Those ledgy rights are for expert surfers only. Expect a moderately busy lineup when it is on.
Access
Access is tricky, with resorts and condos filling the bay.
