Pinitas
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Ocean
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Pinitas is an exposed beach break on the West Guerrero coast that offers fairly consistent surf, with waves breaking both left and right. Sources also note that it can work at all tide stages, which makes it flexible for surfers traveling for specific swells or tide windows. The spot’s best setup is linked to clean southwest-directed groundswells with northeast offshore winds. Several notes emphasize that offshore flow from the northeast improves conditions, and that early mornings often provide the cleanest offshore period before winds turn less favorable later. While waves are generally described as fairly consistent, wave quality is characterized as average overall; conditions can improve when cleaner groundswells prevail. On very large swells, the sandy bottom can cause waves to close out. Safety is the main constraint: rip currents are typical for exposed beach breaks here, and sharks are listed as a hazard. The location is remote and rarely crowded, and there are no lifeguards or dedicated water-sports rescue services—so visitors should plan to be self-sufficient and prepared for first aid and difficult exits.
- Exposed beach break with fairly consistent surf
- Good across all tide stages
- Northeast offshore winds favor cleaner conditions
- Rarely crowded
- Exposed but fairly consistent surf
- Waves break both left and right
- Good surf across all tide stages
- Rarely crowded
- Remote access and limited on-site support
- Strong rip currents and shark hazard
- Wave quality is described as average overall
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NNE, NE
- Offshore directions
- NE
- Wind Type
- Thermal — Sources describe offshore winds developing from the northeast with afternoon sea-breeze/thermal influence.
- Reliability
- fair
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Described as light gusts.
- Best Months
- December
- Thermal Window
- Other · Afternoon · +0 kts · Months: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct · Dir: N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW · Afternoon sea-breeze/thermal period; also described locally as clean morning offshore before wind turns onshore.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach.
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Medium — Wave size described as medium.
- Launch
- Big — Wide sandy beach with ample space.
- Launch Difficulty
- Easy — Launch difficulty described as easy with wide sandy area.
Through the year
Rarely crowded throughout the year due to its remote location.
June through October
By sport
What to expect for each.
An exposed beach break in West Guerrero with fairly consistent surf. Waves break both left and right and are good at all tide stages.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S, SW
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Good surf at all tide stages.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed beach break with open-coast conditions.
- Wind Effect
- Best with northeast offshore winds; offshore from the northeast is noted as optimal in summer.
- Bigger Swell
- Can close out on very large swells due to the sandy bottom.
- Wave Quality
- Average — Wave quality described as average; also noted as clean groundswells prevailing a large share of the time.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Wave power described as moderate.
- Wave Shape
- Mixed — Wave shape described as mixed.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peel speed described as medium.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Ride length described as medium.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Pinitas in the full forecast view.
Pinitas wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–9 ktsGusts 17 kts
- Direction
- W259°
- Strongest day
- Tue, Oct 279 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.2–1.9 m10s period
- Temperature
- 23–31 °C
Over the next 7 days, Pinitas is forecast for daytime winds of 2–9 kts, peaking around 9 kts on Tuesday, October 27 with gusts to 17 kts. The prevailing direction is W. Waves run 1.2–1.9 m with a period of about 10s. 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
- rips
- sharks
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards present.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — No dedicated water-sports rescue services; assistance typically relies on local panga fishing boats.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest basic medical facilities are in Cuajinicuilapa; more comprehensive hospitals in Ometepec or Acapulco. National emergency number: 911.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — Sources describe no localism issues.
Rules of the spot
Take care of rips and sharks.
- Avoid relying on dedicated rescue services; conditions are remote.
- Take care of rips and sharks.
- Early mornings usually offer the cleanest offshore conditions before the wind turns onshore.
- The spot is very remote; bring all necessary supplies and a first aid kit.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Cuajinicuilapa
- Nearest Town
- Cuajinicuilapa
- Nearest Airport
- Acapulco International Airport (ACA) ~190 km west
- Parking
- Informal parking available near the beach access points
- Public Transport
- access mainly via local colectivos or taxis from nearby towns; a private vehicle is highly recommended to reach the coast
- Access
- Accessible via unpaved roads from the main highway; a 4x4 vehicle is recommended but not always mandatory depending on the season.
- Cost Level
- Budget
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Limited rustic guesthouses in nearby Punta Maldonado.
- Food & Drink
- Small local eateries (enramadas) may be found in nearby coastal villages.
- Equipment Rental:
- No commercial kitesurfing or windsurfing equipment rental facilities in the immediate region.
- Gear Storage
- Storage facilities are not available; visitors must manage and secure their own equipment.
- Gear Repair
- No specialized wind-sports gear repair services; only basic surf/sail-style fixes may be possible via local ingenuity.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A quiet, culturally rich destination with untouched natural beauty, centered around coastal lagoons, traditional fishing life, and rustic local food.
Museum in Cuajinicuilapa dedicated to the history and culture of the Afro-Mexican population in the Costa Chica.
Local fishing village known for traditional architecture and proximity to the coastal lagoons.
Explore coastal lagoon systems via local panga boats for birdwatching and wildlife viewing.
Rustic, open-air beach restaurants serving freshly caught seafood and local specialty dishes.
Wide, undeveloped beaches are ideal for long walks and finding unique Pacific shells.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Pinitas?
The best overall months at Pinitas are June, July, August. The best wind months are December.
Which wind directions work at Pinitas?
Pinitas works with N, NNE, NE winds. Offshore directions are NE.
What skill level is Pinitas suitable for?
Pinitas suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate.