Campo Lopez
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Ocean, Mixed
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Campo Lopez (K-55) is an exposed surf spot in Baja Norte known for very consistent beach-and-reef surf. The break offers juicy barrels both right and left, and the reef peak tends to hold better when swell builds, while beach sections can become less forgiving on the largest sets. For wind, northeast conditions are highlighted as the best setup for cleaner offshore flow. Some reports describe the prevailing wind as light to moderate and not consistently strong for wind sports, so wave quality is best when the northeast wind is aligned and when swell/wind timing is favorable. Safety is a major consideration: rocks and urchins are repeatedly called out as key hazards, including submerged rocks/reef and urchins along the beach sections. Access is also described as difficult due to sand dunes and the development/private community setting, and local etiquette is expected where private access is required. Timing-wise, conditions are reported as best in late year in some spot guidance (with October singled out as a best month), while another set of spot reports points to summer as the best season. Water temperatures stay relatively cool year-round in this part of Baja, so a wetsuit is typically needed most of the year.
- Very consistent surf with juicy barrels both left and right
- Northeast wind favored for clean offshore conditions
- Reef peak holds better on larger swell than beach peaks
- Primary hazards: rocks and urchins
- Very consistent exposed beach-and-reef surf
- Juicy barrels available both left and right
- Reef peak holds better on larger swells
- Northeast winds are favored for cleaner offshore conditions
- Submerged rocks and urchins/reef hazards
- Access can be difficult due to development/private community layout
- No lifeguards and no rescue availability reported at the spot
- Conditions can vary; some wind types can make waves choppy
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NE
- Offshore directions
- NE
- Wind Range
- 5–12 kts
- Wind Type
- Thermal — Northeast winds; described as thermal influence/sea-breeze type in spot reports.
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Reported as light gusts.
- Best Months
- October, November, December
- Thermal Window
- Other
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean, Mixed
- Beach
- Mixed — Reported as sand; also described as mixed with rocky reef sections.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Spot reports range from small to medium wave sizes depending on conditions.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy sections between rocky outcroppings; also described as past sand dunes about 3 miles north of La Fonda.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Launch difficulty reported as moderate; access can be difficult due to dunes/private access.
Through the year
Usually quiet during weekdays; moderate crowds from the local community on weekends; only becomes crowded when the surf is big.
Winter months can bring Pacific storms and rain.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed beach-and-reef break with very consistent surf and juicy barrels, both left and right, with a reef peak that holds better on larger swells.
- Optimal Swell
- W
- Swell Height
- 1–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides, Mid — Spot reports vary; at minimum, mid-tide is noted to help avoid exposed rocks while keeping wave shape.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed coast.
- Wind Effect
- Best with northeast wind for cleaner offshore conditions; west/onshore flow can be choppy.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds shape under large swell conditions (reef peak). Can close out on the beach sections during very large swells.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Overall quality reported as good; also described as average depending on peak/conditions.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Often described as powerful; consistent wave energy.
- Wave Shape
- Hollow — Very consistent surf with juicy barrels; hollow shape emphasized.
- Peel Speed
- Fast — Fast; spot described as producing powerful/hollow waves with quick peeling.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Medium ride length; juicy barrels both right and left.
- Ride Length Details
- Juicy barrels both right and left; reef peak can deliver more defined rides than beach peaks.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Campo Lopez in the full forecast view.
Campo Lopez wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–13 ktsGusts 18 kts
- Direction
- NW312°
- Strongest day
- Mon, Oct 2613 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.0–1.7 m10s period
- Temperature
- 15–25 °C
Over the next 7 days, Campo Lopez is forecast for daytime winds of 2–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Monday, October 26 with gusts to 18 kts. The prevailing direction is NW. Waves run 1.0–1.7 m with a period of about 10s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Rocks
- Submerged rocks
- Urchins
- Rocks at south end of beach
- Submerged reef
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No rescue availability reported at the spot.
- Emergency Info
- Mexico’s universal emergency number is 911.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Mild localism; community presence noted and etiquette expected.
Rules of the spot
Local etiquette applies; respect the residents of the private community.
- Private access through the campo community may be required.
- Beware of urchins (this spot is also called Urchin Point).
- Hard to access due to development and sand dunes; plan access carefully.
- Best at mid-tide to avoid exposed rocks while maintaining wave shape.
- Watch for rocks/urchins along the reef and beach sections.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- La Fonda
- Nearest Town
- Santa Anita
- Parking
- Limited parking within the community; some access possible from neighboring beaches.
- Access
- Hard to access due to development; located past sand dunes about 3 miles north of La Fonda off the free road (Old Highway 1). Access may be through the private Campo Lopez residential area and may require permission/residence.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Accommodation includes nearby options in Rosarito/Ensenada and private rentals within the area/campo setting.
- Food & Drink
- Small local eateries located along the highway near Santa Anita.
- Equipment Rental:
- Surfboard and wetsuit rentals are described as common in nearby coastal areas; dedicated wind sport rentals may be scarce in this corridor.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
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From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Campo Lopez?
The best overall months at Campo Lopez are July, August, September, October, November, June. The best wind months are October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Campo Lopez?
Campo Lopez works with NE winds. Offshore directions are NE.
What skill level is Campo Lopez suitable for?
Campo Lopez suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate.