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Pico Alto

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Overview

Quality
Sometimes break (between 5 and 40)
Crowd
Intermediate, Advanced (Not for beginners)
Experience
Normal
Bottom
Rocks and sand

About this Spot

Left-hander that can provide funny and fast left waves. Rocky bottom. The best swell directions for surfing this spot are southwest, west, and northwest. Ideal wind directions are northeast, east, southeast, and south. Respect the local crew.

Optimal Conditions

Best Swell
SW, W, NW
Swell Direction
216°-338°
Best Wind
NE, E, SE, S
Wind Direction
35°-180°
Best Tide
All tides are good
Best Size
Good from 0.6 meters
Wave Length
< 50m
Frequency
Medium-mellow