Tico's Point (Weagabli)
- Shortboard, Advanced riders
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Empty
- Crowd Level
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About
Tico's Point (Weagabli) is a remote, exposed surfing spot on Liberia’s Atlantic coast where conditions can be rewarding but not dependable. It’s described as a beach/point-style setup with peeling waves, and the best rides tend to happen when a southwest swell lines up. Providers note the surf can work only part of the time, so it rewards patience and timing rather than daily certainty. The most favorable wind influence is from the northeast, which is typically offshore and helps groom the wave face. Local guidance emphasizes that the best surf is usually early in the day (before late morning), and that offshore winds can make the waves run fast and hollow. Despite this wind benefit, clean conditions are not guaranteed—baseline data shows a relatively high blown percentage compared with clean periods. Wave hazards are a major consideration at this spot. Sea urchins are specifically flagged, and there are also references to submerged rocks and rip currents during bigger swells. There are no lifeguards and no documented dedicated rescue services, so surfers should be fully self-reliant, especially because the area is isolated and medical facilities are limited, with the nearest significant hospital located in Buchanan. Planning is essential: there are no shops or on-site facilities for food, water, equipment rental, storage, or repair. Visitors are advised to bring everything they need and protect their feet (booties are strongly recommended for the rocky/urchin areas). When conditions line up, the spot can deliver good-quality, long rides—on stronger days with the right swell direction—while staying typically uncrowded.
- Offshore northeast winds can groom the wave face
- Long, peeling lefts on the right southwest swell
- Typically very uncrowded and remote
- Exposed, offshore-influenced northeast winds can groom the wave face.
- When the swell is right (southwest swell), it can produce long, peeling left rides.
- Typically very uncrowded.
- The surf can be inconsistent and the spot often has more wind-driven/dirty conditions than clean ones.
- Remote and self-sufficient: limited medical options and no shops or gear support nearby.
- Hazards include sea urchins and submerged rocks, plus possible rip currents during larger swells.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NE
- Offshore directions
- NE
- Wind Type
- Gradient — Provider data describes gradient winds; surfguide baseline emphasizes a mainly blowy, often offshore northeast setup.
- Reliability
- low (Gemini), and often blowy with limited clean periods (surf-forecast.com baseline).
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- May, June, July, August, September, October
- Thermal Window
- Other · Afternoon · Months: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr · Dir: SW, WSW, W, SSW · Regional baseline notes afternoon sea-breeze modulation during the dry season.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy bottom/shore.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Provider data notes small-to-medium surf; surf-forecast baseline lists monthly small percentage and describes up to ~1.8 m at times.
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Water is described as chop in one provider dataset.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach entry near the point.
Through the year
Usually very empty; you may be the only one in the water.
May to October
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed coastal surf with offshore-influenced northeast wind. Waves can reach up to about 1.8 meters on the right swell, with long, peeling lefts when the swell direction is favorable. Conditions are inconsistent and only work part of the time.
- Wave Direction
- Left
- Optimal Swell
- SW
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid
- Shelter
- Exposed
- Wind Effect
- Offshore northeast winds help groom the wave face; waves can still run fast when offshore.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size well but becomes more challenging with stronger currents.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Generally good shape when it lines up; inconsistent otherwise.
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Typically peeling waves.
- Peel Speed
- Fast — Peeling/fast-breaking described for the surf setup.
- Ride Length
- Long — Can connect on a good swell.
- Typical Ride Length
- 150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Can offer rides exceeding 200 meters on good days; typical rides are around 150 meters.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Tico's Point (Weagabli) in the full forecast view.
Tico's Point (Weagabli) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–7 ktsGusts 16 kts
- Direction
- SW226°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 257 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.6–0.9 m9s period
- Temperature
- 24–30 °C
Over the next 7 days, Tico's Point (Weagabli) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–7 kts, peaking around 7 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 16 kts. The prevailing direction is SW. Waves run 0.6–0.9 m with a period of about 9s. 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
- Sea urchins
- Submerged rocks
- Rip currents
- Isolation
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — No dedicated rescue services documented; rely on self-rescue and local boats if needed.
- Emergency Info
- Medical facilities are very limited; the nearest hospital is in Buchanan. National emergency number: 911 (response times can be slow).
Rules of the spot
Bring all necessary gear and plan for self-sufficiency: there are no on-site facilities or rescue services documented at this spot.
- No dedicated rescue services documented—self-rescue is essential.
- Best surf occurs early morning before 11 AM.
- Wear booties to protect against sea urchins on rocky sections.
- Bring all your own gear as there are no shops nearby.
- Watch for rip currents during larger swells.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Buchanan
- Nearest Town
- Weagabli
- Parking
- Informal parking near the beach
- Public Transport
- Limited shared taxis and motorbikes (poda-podas) between Buchanan and surrounding villages.
- Access
- Access via an unpaved road; may require a 4x4 vehicle depending on the season. Directions can be obtained in Buchanan (noted near Coconut Beach or Mittal Steel Company).
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Very limited guesthouses near the area; most visitors stay in Buchanan or nearby.
- Food & Drink
- No facilities on-site; bring your own water and supplies.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental is none/extremely limited; bring your own gear.
- Gear Storage
- None available.
- Gear Repair
- None available.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A quiet, largely undeveloped Atlantic coastline near Buchanan with an authentic coastal feel and small-scale tourism.
Major industrial port with views of Atlantic shipping lanes.
Explore the river system that meets the ocean near Buchanan.
From riders who've been here
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Tico's Point (Weagabli)?
The best overall months at Tico's Point (Weagabli) are May, June, July, August, September, October.
Which wind directions work at Tico's Point (Weagabli)?
Tico's Point (Weagabli) works with NE winds. Offshore directions are NE.
What skill level is Tico's Point (Weagabli) suitable for?
Tico's Point (Weagabli) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate.