Escondido

Escondido is an exposed reef and point break in the Manabí area near Santa Marianita, described as a generally reliable surf option when the swell and tide line up. The break is most often set up for mid tide, with the best swell coming from the southwest. Conditions are shaped by the open exposure and a rocky setup: rocks are the key hazard, and the reef can be shallow at low tide. Access is described as rocky, and currents can be an issue—especially rip-current type flow near the point during larger swells. Sea urchins are also noted among the hazards, so foot protection is strongly implied. In terms of wave character, Escondido is described as offering peeling waves with both left and right options. Wave quality is generally characterized as good to moderate, with rides that can reach roughly 50–100 meters on a good day. The spot can handle a range of swell size, but larger days are typically more demanding as currents increase. From a seasonal perspective, the best surf conditions are described as autumn and winter, with March cited as the single best month. Day-to-day wind can add afternoon choppiness, and southwest wind is commonly associated with rougher conditions; earlier sessions are often preferred for cleaner water.