Cauit Point
- Shortboard, Bodyboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Cauit Point is an exposed reef break near Cortes that can deliver fairly consistent surf during its main swell period. Reports also note that conditions often go flat in summer, so timing the trip around the season matters. The break is reef-based and the working tide is consistently identified as low tide. The reef environment brings heightened hazards—especially rocks and sea urchins—so entering and walking out need extra care, and adequate protection is important. Wind direction strongly affects conditions: west to west-southwest winds are favored because they can turn offshore, helping keep the waves cleaner. Local guidance also emphasizes low-tide sessions for the best results. Crowding appears limited: even when there are waves, the spot is not expected to be crowded. There is no confirmed lifeguard presence, and dedicated water-sports rescue services are not confirmed for the area, so surfers should plan to be self-sufficient.
- Exposed reef break with fairly consistent surf in season
- Best results at low tide
- Offshore winds from west-southwest help keep waves clean
- Typically uncrowded
- Pretty consistent surf in the swell season.
- Offshore west-to-west-southwest winds can improve wave cleanliness.
- Generally uncrowded even when waves are present.
- Exposed reef break with significant hazards (rocks/urchins).
- Surf can become mostly flat during summer months.
- No confirmed rescue or lifeguard support on-site.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, WSW
- Offshore directions
- WSW, W
- Wind Type
- Trade — Trade/gradient-driven flow; west to west-southwest can turn offshore for the reef break.
- Reliability
- low (spot-level), with a reported 17% monthly blown
- Best Months
- January, February, March
- Thermal Window
- Sea breeze · All day · Daytime enhancement is commonly strongest mid-day in the Cortes Coast area.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean
- Beach
- Reef — Reef environment; one source also describes mixed composition.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium
- Launch
- Not specified; access is via point/coastal access in Cortes.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Noted as moderate launch difficulty.
Through the year
Generally uncrowded compared to more famous surfing destinations.
Rainy/typhoon risk peaks from November to January.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed reef break with fairly consistent surf in the swell season; summer months often go flat.
- Wave Direction
- Left
- Optimal Swell
- NE, E
- Optimal Tide
- Low — Best surf is at low tide.
- Shelter
- Exposed — The point is exposed; wind direction strongly affects how clean/offshore the waves are.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore conditions are best when winds are from west-southwest (and west); west winds provide the cleanest offshore conditions for the waves.
- Wave Quality
- Average
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Sources describe consistent, fairly consistent surf with a peeling shape during the better season.
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Medium
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Cauit Point in the full forecast view.
Cauit Point wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 1–6 ktsGusts 14 kts
- Direction
- NNE30°
- Strongest day
- Tue, Oct 276 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.7–1.2 m9s period
- Temperature
- 26–31 °C
Over the next 7 days, Cauit Point is forecast for daytime winds of 1–6 kts, peaking around 6 kts on Tuesday, October 27 with gusts to 14 kts. The prevailing direction is NNE. Waves run 0.7–1.2 m with a period of about 9s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
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
- Sea urchins
- Sharp reef
- Rip currents can occur near the reef edges
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguard presence confirmed.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No dedicated water-sports rescue services confirmed for the Cortes area.
- Emergency Info
- No dedicated water-sports rescue services confirmed for the Cortes area; nearest medical facilities are in Madrid or Tandag City. National emergency number is 911.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — Spot-level sources describe no localism; area-level notes suggest mild localism.
Rules of the spot
Surf at low tide as the reef is exposed; be extra careful navigating rocky entries and walking out over urchins.
- Best to surf at low tide as specified by local reports.
- Watch out for urchins when walking out to the break.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Tandag
- Nearest Town
- Cortes
- Nearest Airport
- Tandag Airport (TDG) (~30 km)
- Parking
- Limited informal parking near the coastal access points.
- Public Transport
- Local transport is primarily served by tricycles, habal-habal (motorcycle taxis), and passenger vans along the Surigao–Tandag coastal road.
- Access
- Accessible via local roads in Cortes; the point is a prominent geographic feature.
- Cost Level
- Budget
- Local Language
- Filipino, English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Local guesthouses and homestays are available in Cortes and Tandag.
- Food & Drink
- Local eateries available in the town of Cortes.
- Equipment Rental:
- Surfboard rentals are available via local operators and surf camps; specialized kitesurfing/wingfoiling gear is not widely available.
- Gear Storage
- Storage is typically available for guests staying at local surf-oriented accommodations.
- Gear Repair
- Basic surfboard ding repair is available locally; specialized kite/sail repair not confirmed.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Cauit Point?
The best overall months at Cauit Point are September, January, February, March. The best wind months are January, February, March.
Which wind directions work at Cauit Point?
Cauit Point works with W, WSW winds. Offshore directions are WSW, W.
What skill level is Cauit Point suitable for?
Cauit Point suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate.