De Cameron (Juan Dolio)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Chop
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
De Cameron is a beach-break surf area on the Dominican Republic’s south coast that’s described as exposed, with both left and right waves. It’s commonly favored when south swells meet offshore winds from the north/north-northwest, helping clean up the surface and improve wave quality. Conditions are typically aligned with small to moderate surf, with a generally soft, mushy wave feel. Sessions are often short and fun, giving riders opportunities for maneuvers before the waves become shallower near shore. For bigger swell, the spot can transition into a closing-out pattern once swell gets quite large. Safety is a key consideration: dangerous rips are specifically highlighted as a hazard, and additional in-water risks include sea urchins in reef patches and submerged rocks (especially at low tide). There may also be occasional boat traffic, and swimmers can be present near the resort shoreline. The spot is generally described as rarely crowded, and conditions are often reported as best in the morning before the sea breeze strengthens. For timing, December through February are noted as especially favorable wind months, while November is also singled out as a strong surf month.
- Rarely crowded
- Left and right peaks
- Best when south swells combine with offshore north/north-northwest winds
- Beginner-friendly, short ride potential
- Often accessible as a beginner-friendly surf beach break
- Offers both left and right peaks
- Works best with south swells combined with offshore northern winds for cleaner conditions
- Relatively rarely crowded
- Dangerous rips and other hazards can be present
- Wind reliability is low
- Most suited to short, mellow surfing sessions rather than long, powerful rides
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NE
- Offshore directions
- N, WNW, NNW
- Wind Range
- 8–15 kts
- Wind Type
- Sea breeze
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- November, December, January, February
- Shadow Zones
- The shoreline is somewhat sheltered by buildings and palm trees.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — South winds make it choppy.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach entry directly in front of the resort area.
Through the year
Weekends can be busy with locals from Santo Domingo; weekdays are typically quiet.
June to November is hurricane season, which can bring significant swell but also dangerous weather.
By sport
What to expect for each.
While not a primary wingfoil destination, beach-protected waters can work for foiling when winds are sufficient; depth over reef sections must be monitored.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 5–7 m²
Exposed beach/channel break with both left and right peaks over a sandy bottom (with some reef). Works best with south swells and offshore north-northwest winds.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S, SE
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides
- Shelter
- Exposed
- Wind Effect
- Offshore winds from the North clean up the swell; South winds make it choppy.
- Bigger Swell
- Can close out when swell exceeds 3 meters.
- Wave Quality
- Average
- Wave Power
- Soft
- Wave Shape
- Mushy
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Short
- Typical Ride Length
- 30–60 m
- Ride Length Details
- Waves typically offer short, fun rides suitable for maneuvers before reaching the shallower shore.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for De Cameron (Juan Dolio) in the full forecast view.
De Cameron (Juan Dolio) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–11 ktsGusts 21 kts
- Direction
- SE138°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2411 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.4–1.2 m5s period
- Temperature
- 24–31 °C
Over the next 7 days, De Cameron (Juan Dolio) is forecast for daytime winds of 3–11 kts, peaking around 11 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 21 kts. The prevailing direction is SE. Waves run 0.4–1.2 m with a period of about 5s. 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
- dangerous rips
- Sea urchins on reef patches
- Submerged rocks
- Occasional boat traffic
- dangerous rips
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No
- Emergency Info
- Hospitals are available in the nearby town of Juan Dolio and San Pedro de Macorís.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild
Rules of the spot
Standard surfing etiquette applies; respect local surfers who frequent the spot from nearby cities.
- Swimmers often present near the resort shoreline
- Watch out for dangerous rips.
- Best surfed in the early morning before the sea breeze picks up.
- Watch your step when entering the water to avoid urchins hiding in the reef pockets.
- Watch out for dangerous rips.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- San Pedro de Macorís
- Nearest Town
- Juan Dolio
- Parking
- Street parking is available in the Juan Dolio town area; resort guests have dedicated parking.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Numerous hotels and beachfront apartments are located within walking distance.
- Food & Drink
- A wide variety of beachfront restaurants and bars are located along the Juan Dolio strip.
- Equipment Rental:
- Surfboards are available for rent from local schools on the beach.
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 De Cameron (Juan Dolio)?
The best overall months at De Cameron (Juan Dolio) are November, December, January, February.
Which wind directions work at De Cameron (Juan Dolio)?
De Cameron (Juan Dolio) works with N, NE winds. Offshore directions are N, WNW, NNW.
What equipment sizes are recommended at De Cameron (Juan Dolio)?
Recommended equipment sizes at De Cameron (Juan Dolio): Wingfoiling: 5–7 m². The typical wind range is 8–15 kts.
What skill level is De Cameron (Juan Dolio) suitable for?
De Cameron (Juan Dolio) suits these riding levels: Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Beginner.