Cerritos (Rancho Nuevo)

Cerritos (also known as Playa Los Cerritos) is an exposed Pacific surf spot with consistent waves and a point/inside layout that can work across a wide range of rider levels. Reports describe a sandy setting with a rocky element near the point/northern area, creating both great surf and increased risk around the rocks. Wind-wise, one surf spot guide lists east as the best wind direction, and another provider describes wind effects where East/Northeast winds tend to be offshore and groom the wave, while northwest winds can lead to more textured/choppy conditions. Conditions are described as workable through much of the year, with best months commonly cited around late fall into winter (especially January), and dependable winter/spring swell patterns. For safety, multiple sources flag rocks (especially near the northern point) and rip currents as key hazards. Crowding can also be a factor when the surf is up, and stingrays have been reported in shallow sand—so entering carefully matters. Rescue availability is described as limited overall, with lifeguards reported as seasonal by one provider. On the surfing side, the spot is characterized by peeling right-hand point waves, plus an additional beach/inside section that helps first-timers find easier conditions. Typical ride lengths are commonly described as medium to long (often tens to around a hundred-plus meters), with larger swells able to produce more powerful, faster wave behavior at the point.