Los Gatos (Guerrero)

Los Gatos is a reef break in Guerrero at the entrance area of Zihuatanejo Bay, best understood as an exposed, low-consistency spot. It “only works once in a while,” with reliable surf occurring only when the needed swell wraps into the bay entrance and engages the reef. When conditions line up, the break can deliver a right-hander that is described as short and punchy, with average overall wave quality and moderate wave power. The spot is categorized as semi-sheltered, and its reefy nature means the wave can become sectiony or close out on larger sets rather than always holding clean. Wind is dominated by north conditions, and north winds are described as giving cleaner offshore setup for surfing. Wind reliability for this spot is reported as low, so it’s important to check swell timing and coverage rather than assuming consistent day-to-day surf. Safety is a key part of planning here: the hazards include the reef, sea urchins, rocks, and boat traffic from water taxis. Local guidance emphasizes being mindful of water taxis and swimmers in designated beach areas, and accessing by water taxi from the pier is commonly mentioned. Rescue availability is reported as none at the spot level, though regional emergency support and hospitals in Zihuatanejo are noted.