Jaco Beach, south end

Jaco Beach, south end Surf Spot Details

Wave Quality Rating	2
Type of Wave	Beach break
Direction of Wave	Right
Bottom	Sand
Difficulty	Beginners
Crowd Level	Not Too Bad
Hazards	none

General Description

Far south end of Jaco Beach, suited mostly for beginners and longboarders. Works only 1-2 hours on each side of high tide. Great when small, but closes out when it gets head high. Very safe beach to surf and swim.

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Spot Submitted By jethrodog

General Info

How to get there

Drive south through Jaco on Coastal Highway, turn off highway at sign for Carton Surfboards after gas station, head 400 meters to beach

Where to Stay

tons of places in Jaco within walking distance
Eat at Taco Bar

Access & Parking Info / Cost

free parking, but leave nothing in car. High crime area

Equipment Hire

Carton Surfboards 2 minute walk, good selection, $15 a day
tons of other rentals in Jaco

Surf Schools

Everyone here seems to give surf lessons
My suggestion? Chuck's WOW surf

When its Flat?

beer is only $1 in the bars

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