Los Iros Bay
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
This spot information is AI-assisted and has not been human verified. It may be incomplete, outdated, or incorrect. Verify safety, access, local rules, and current conditions with official or local sources before riding.
About
Los Iros Bay is a sandy, generally sheltered launch on Trinidad’s south coast with choppy water and small waves. Riders get space for launching and freeriding, particularly as the beach expands around lower tides. Water quality is reported as crystal-clear, though it can sometimes appear brownish from regional sediment; the local notes emphasize it is generally safe to ride.
- Consistent North East Trade Winds (dry season)
- Wide tidal sandy beach for easy launching
- Chop with small waves for freeride progressions
- Warm year-round conditions (sun protection is essential)
- Steady North East trade winds during the dry season
- Wide sandy launch area, especially around low to mid tides
- Choppy water with small waves suitable for progression
- Water can be crystal-clear, though it may look brownish when sediment is present
- No formal lifeguards and formal rescue is limited
- Stingrays and swimmers are a key concern
- Conditions can vary with tides; low tides can be strong
- Some access/amenity limitations on-site
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NE, E, ENE
- Wind Range
- 15–22 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — North East Trade Winds
- Reliability
- Good during the winter and spring months
- Gust Factor
- Steady — Steady trade-wind feel
- Best Months
- January, February, March, April, December
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sand; sandy beach that widens with tide
- Beach Size
- Tidal
- Waves
- Small — Small waves
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Chop in the bay
- Launch
- Medium — Wide sandy beach; access is easy through the developed central area
Through the year
Quiet on weekdays; can be popular with local families on weekends
June to November
By sport
What to expect for each.
Sheltered bay with chop and small waves, and a wide sandy beach that can expand significantly at low tide—generally best for freeride/foil progressions during the winter dry season.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Freeride windsurfing in choppy bay conditions.
- Sail Sizes
- 5.5–7.5 m²
Steady chop and trade winds can work for wingfoiling if you manage the shallow-tide flats by walking out far enough.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes
- Wing Sizes
- 5–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Los Iros Bay in the full forecast view.
Los Iros Bay wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 4–11 ktsGusts 22 kts
- Direction
- ESE102°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2511 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.3–0.7 m3s period
- Temperature
- 26–32 °C
Over the next 7 days, Los Iros Bay is forecast for daytime winds of 4–11 kts, peaking around 11 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 22 kts. The prevailing direction is ESE. Waves run 0.3–0.7 m with a period of about 3s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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
- Swimmers
- Animals
- Stingrays
- Strong low tides
- Algae
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Formal beach rescue is limited.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major medical facility: San Fernando General Hospital. Emergency numbers: 990 (fire/ambulance) and 999 (police). Formal beach rescue is limited.
Rules of the spot
Be mindful of bathers and local fishermen near the village end of the beach. Watch your footing at the waterline and near swimmers.
- Watch out for stingrays; shuffle your feet when walking in the water to avoid them.
- The water can look brownish at times due to Orinoco River sediment, but it is generally rideable.
- Ask for directions as the spot is easy to miss.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- San Fernando
- Nearest Town
- Los Iros
- Parking
- Limited parking available near the beach entrance points
- Access
- Drive south of the airport through San Fernando. From San Fernando head for Fyzabad and keep going south towards San Francique. Ask for directions as it is easy to miss the place.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Limited guesthouses in the surrounding area; most visitors stay in San Fernando
- Food & Drink
- Local food stalls and small shops available in the village
- Equipment Rental:
- No local rentals; bring your own gear
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Unique geological formations where active mud volcanoes bubble in a forested setting.
A vibrant local market reflecting the diverse cultural heritage of southern Trinidad.
Guided hikes through the distinct savanna and forest ecosystems of the south coast.
Informal vendors serving local Trinidadian street food like Bake and Shark or Doubles.
Local tradition of gathering for picnics and music along the wide sandy shores.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Los Iros Bay?
The best overall months at Los Iros Bay are December, January, February, March, April. The best wind months are January, February, March, April, December.
Which wind directions work at Los Iros Bay?
Los Iros Bay works with NE, E, ENE winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Los Iros Bay?
Recommended equipment sizes at Los Iros Bay: Kitesurfing: 9–14 m² · Windsurfing: 5.5–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 5–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–22 kts.
What skill level is Los Iros Bay suitable for?
Los Iros Bay suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate.