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Teiki Mathieu Baillan surfing a self-made Alaia surfboard in Lances Left, Mentawaï, Indonesia. Photo by C. Naslain, 2009.
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Punta Roca
Colombia, Caribbean
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Datum: WGS84 [ Help ] |
Latitude: 11° 2.69' N |
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From Barranquilla take the main road to the beach as if going to Sabanilla Beaches. Right before the Country Club entrance there is a dirt road. Take it all the way to the cliffs and make a right until you get to the main break. During low tides the is a tiny stretch of sand. Paddle in from there. DistanceTake a car WalkInstant access (< 5min) Easy to find?Easy to find Public access?Public access Special accessDon't know |
Surf Spot Characteristics
Alternative name salsipuedes
Surf Spot Quality
Wave qualityWorld Class
ExperienceExperienced surfers
FrequencySometimes break
Wave
TypeReef-rocky
DirectionRight and left
BottomReef (coral,sharp rocks etc..) with sand
PowerHollow, Fast, Powerful
Normal lengthNormal (50 to 150m)
Good day lengthNormal (50 to 150m)
Tide, Swell and Wind
Good swell directionNorth, NorthWest, West
Good wind directionSouth, SouthEast, East
Swell sizeStarts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 3m+ / 10ft+
Best tide positionMid and high tide
Best tide movementRising and falling tides
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Week crowdEmpty
Week-end crowdEmpty
Dangers
- Urchins
- Rocks
Additional Information
I say this is the heaviest wave of the Caribbean region when it's breaking. Be warned that this spot is very wind sensitive. There must be no wind or off-shore winds. Or maybe a slight onshore breeze. The wave is very powerful and barrels are the call here. The bottom is made of very sharp rocks and sand. Be careful!
Atmosphere
This spot is always empty. Usually they are surfing the main breakof the area : "el bolsillo"
Not too many people know how good this place gets when the conditions are right. Even during a small 3' swell this place rocks! It breaks all year round but it's usually blown out. I have surfed there with onshore winds but It can be very dangerous cause there is a very strong current and hidden rocks. Check it during the rainy season early in the morning...you might score!
General
Excellent wave. One of the best of the area!
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By sirey , 28-09-2005
Punta ROCA is a beautiful place - I'm from Barranquilla, and this is the reason because i was a lot of time there... is a good experience... I love Punta Roca... Punta Roca is Love, strong, wilde....
By alejandra_berdugo@hotmail.com , 02-08-2004
i will like to learn howw to surf - hello my name is alejandra and i am from santa marta colombia. i am 12 years old and a will be 13 in november.santa marta is a small town close to barranquilla.my dream is to be a pro in surf and a will like you to help me . i will like you to tell me if you know someone that can help me by teaching me surf.or helping me to buy a board. i seriously will like you to hel mi with this problem. in santa marta not many people like to surf so please help me with this you can contact me with my e-mail is alejandra_berdugo@hotmail.com you mai writte me and tell me if you can help me.bye!
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By Anonymous , 29-12-2009
loco locals - i´m a loco surfa budy!!only local locos in the punta roca beach boy!!