Los Caballos (Suances)
- Advanced riders
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Small waves
- Spot Type
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Range
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About
Los Caballos (Suances) is a powerful reef break at the base of steep cliffs, reached via a dirt track followed by a short slippery cliff descent. The spot is best when a NW swell lines up with south through northeast winds, and it typically performs on low to mid tide (rising tide also noted as workable). The main feature is a strong left-hand wave, with additional right-hand energy depending on swell and connection. Wave quality is described as good, with the break capable of holding from around 1.5–2 meters up to about 3 meters (and beyond in bigger conditions). Ride lengths are commonly in the 50–150 meter range, and the primary left can run for very long distances through to the inside. Overall, it’s presented as a high-performance reef setup rather than a forgiving beach break. Safety considerations are significant. The reef and rocks create underwater hazards, and currents/rips can affect wave quality—especially once the swell rises above roughly six feet, when the bay can become busy with moving water. Access itself is a major factor: the approach and the cliff path can be slippery when wet, and the spot is not suitable for beginners. From a wind perspective, the most workable directions are south, south-east, east, and north-east, though wind reliability is described as low and can be affected by the cliff terrain. Conditions that combine NW swell with south/south-east (often offshore/cleaner) are emphasized for the best shape.
- Quality lefts and rights on a reef break
- Long rides (often 50–150 meters; main left can run very far)
- Works best with NW swell and south-to-northeast winds on low to mid tide
- Becomes much more demanding and rip-prone as swell grows
- Reef break known for quality lefts and rights
- Long ride potential (often 50 to 150 meters; main left can run very long)
- Best conditions align with strong NW swell and workable S/SE/E/NE winds on low to mid tide
- Very challenging and slippery cliff-based access
- Powerful reef break with hazards (rocks/submerged reef) and strong currents/rips on bigger swells
- Spot can get very heavy/busy when swell rises above about six feet
- Lineup can be locally enforced
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- S, SSE, E, NE
- Offshore directions
- S, SSE, E, NE
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Gradient — Sources describe gradient wind; also noted optimal wind directions align with south through northeast.
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- September, October, November
- Shadow Zones
- High cliffs provide significant shelter from North and West winds.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Small waves
- Beach
- Mixed
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Big — Reef break that starts working around 1.5–2 meters and can hold up to about 3 meters plus.
- Launch
- Small — Narrow beach at the base of steep cliffs; cliff-lined access.
- Launch Difficulty
- Expert only — Access can be difficult and slippery; described as cliff-backed with a short slippery descent.
Through the year
Usually uncrowded due to difficult access, but can attract locals on good days.
Rain is common from November through March.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Quality reef break producing strong left-hand main wave with additional right-hand energy. Works best with northwest swell and south-to-northeast winds on low to mid tide.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- NW
- Swell Height
- 1.5–3.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Low, Mid — Also described as low and mid tide with rising tide acceptable.
- Shelter
- Exposed
- Wind Effect
- Best with south or southeast wind; south and southeast can provide cleaner offshore conditions. Other directions (including east and northeast) are also workable depending on conditions.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds well up to around 3 meters and beyond, becoming very heavy; above roughly six feet the bay can get very busy with moving water and rips can affect wave quality.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Good wave quality, but can become less consistent when swell grows beyond roughly six feet due to moving water and rips.
- Wave Power
- Powerful
- Wave Shape
- Peeling
- Peel Speed
- Medium — One source lists medium peel speed; another notes fast peel speed on similar conditions.
- Ride Length
- Long — One source emphasizes long runs; another gives typical ride range and variability with swell connection.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Main left can run for over a hundred meters toward the inside; typical rides are commonly in the 50 to 150 meter range (about 100 meters cited for normal rides depending on connection).
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Los Caballos (Suances) in the full forecast view.
Los Caballos (Suances) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–13 ktsGusts 24 kts
- Direction
- SE128°
- Strongest day
- Wed, Oct 2813 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.7–3.5 m11s period
- Temperature
- 10–21 °C
Over the next 7 days, Los Caballos (Suances) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Wednesday, October 28 with gusts to 24 kts. The prevailing direction is SE. Waves run 0.7–3.5 m with a period of about 11s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
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
- Rocks
- Reef
- Coral
- Submerged reef
- Rips in bigger surf
- Strong rip currents especially during larger swells
- Slippery cliff descent / slippery cliff path
- Localism
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Spot-level info indicates no rescue availability.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest medical facilities are in Suances or Torrelavega.
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate — Moderate localism; lineup priority is enforced by local riders.
Rules of the spot
Humility and respect appreciated. Priority is strictly enforced by local riders; respect the lineup.
- Not suitable for beginners.
- Difficult access during high tide.
- Access involves a dirt road and a short slippery cliff descent along the cliff edge.
- Once the surf gets above about six feet, there is a lot of moving water in the bay and rips can affect wave quality.
- The wave tends to start working when larger conditions arrive and other beaches in the area are maxed out.
- Park at the end of the dirt track and follow the trail along the cliff edge.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Suances
- Nearest Town
- Cuchía
- Parking
- Road access by car; limited parking available at the end of the dirt road. Do not block access for locals or farmers.
- Access
- Take the road to Playa de Cuchía, then continue by dirt road to the top of the cliff and descend a short slippery cliff path/climb down.
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Guesthouses and hotels are available in nearby towns such as Suances and Cuchía.
- Food & Drink
- No facilities directly on the beach; bars and restaurants are a short drive away in town.
- Equipment Rental:
- No rentals available at the spot; surf shops are found in Suances.
- Gear Storage
- Not available.
- Gear Repair
- Not available at the spot.
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 Los Caballos (Suances)?
The best overall months at Los Caballos (Suances) are September, October, November.
Which wind directions work at Los Caballos (Suances)?
Los Caballos (Suances) works with S, SSE, E, NE winds. Offshore directions are S, SSE, E, NE.
What skill level is Los Caballos (Suances) suitable for?
Los Caballos (Suances) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate to Advanced.