El Faro (San Blas)

El Faro (San Blas) is an isolated right-hand point break on the western peninsula near the lighthouse, built over a sandy and rocky bottom. It’s known for fast, powerful sections and often becomes hollow at low tide—while the overall wave quality is described as a regional classic. This spot works best when swell starts around roughly 2 to 2.5 meters and can hold into 3 meters and beyond. The ride length can be long on optimum days: sources commonly cite normal rides around 50 to 150 meters, with good-day rides extending to about 150 to 300 meters (with some sessions reaching roughly that order of magnitude). The break is described as semi-sheltered, with the point helping protect it somewhat compared with fully exposed coastline. Wind is generally supportive when it’s northwest, consistent with the spot’s reported “best wind” direction. While the broader area features afternoon thermal sea breezes, wind reliability is also described as low at times—so swell quality and timing matter. Typical wind ranges reported for this spot are around 10–15 knots. Safety is a major consideration: rocks and submerged boulders are the main hazards, especially at low tide, and strong currents can appear during larger swells. San Blas is also famous for gnats/jejenes, so bringing heavy insect repellent is strongly advised if you’ll be near the water for long periods. Lineups are typically empty/low-crowd, and the spot is generally framed as for experienced surfers only.