La Puntilla 4

La Puntilla 4 is a low-profile sandy beach break in the Guayas area (General Villamil Playas) known for mellow, mushy waves that suit beginners. The spot’s setup is generally exposed, but the beach-break character keeps things manageable, with soft, slow peeling conditions and typically short rides. Wind-wise, La Puntilla 4 favors northeast conditions—especially in the morning—when offshore flow helps produce cleaner, more groomed faces. Afternoon conditions can shift as the sea breeze arrives, so many sessions aim to be early. Overall, the best surfing window is tied to a south-to-north swell pattern with northeast wind influence, and it can work across all tides (with mid-tide often described as particularly consistent). In terms of crowding, it’s rarely crowded at this specific section, and it’s rated 3 in local spot information. Wave behavior stays small most of the time, with conditions most often described as small and only occasionally more “blown” or less usable. On larger swell, the break can hold up but may close out if the swell gets too big, so medium-size days tend to be the sweet spot. For safety, the main warning is the presence of rocks near the shoreline and in the break area. There is no lifeguard presence indicated at this spot, and rescue support is not described as dedicated for this launch—so swimmers and surfers should treat it as a beach section requiring extra caution around shallow, rocky edges. Morning sessions, careful attention to tide, and staying clear of rock-strewn zones are the key local priorities.