Playa de Larino (Carnota)

Playa de Larino (El Faro) is a rugged Atlantic beach break in Carnota, Galicia, characterized by sand-bottom surf and reliable, powerful waves. It is described as suitable for all surfers from a skill standpoint, with many riders finding the right and left peaks and with particularly favorable takeoff/peak selection mentioned for the right side in front of the lighthouse. Wave behavior is generally strong: it starts working from under 1 meter and can hold up to 2 meters or more, with good wave quality noted by multiple guides. Ride length is typically short on average days (< 50m), but can become very long on good conditions (150–300m), with typical effective rides often described in the 50–150m range and occasional longer sets on the best days. The southern end near the lighthouse is also called out for more defined peaks, but that same area includes rocks, so attention to takeoff and positioning matters. Wind and sea state timing are supported by both wind and swell relationships. The spot is associated with West/Southwest swell as the working direction, while East and Northeast winds are described as offshore/offshore-grooming for surf. Seasonal and best-month cues differ by source: one guide highlights February and low tide as best, while another indicates all-tide operation; overall, low tide is specifically supported for improved performance, and all-tides usage is also reported. For safety, the beach is repeatedly flagged for rip currents, and additional hazards include heavy shorebreak and rocks near the lighthouse area. Lifeguard coverage is described as none or seasonal depending on the source, and rescue availability is described as limited. Practical on-site services at the beach are limited (notably missing toilets and public phone/cleaning services), but a bar is mentioned in the approach area, and multiple notes suggest checking the lighthouse area to find more sheltered conditions when northerly winds are strong. Wetsuit guidance is consistent with cold Atlantic water: spring wetsuit and neoprene boots are specifically recommended, and warmer-season wind-sport guidance suggests later-spring to early-autumn options depending on the month.