Surf spot

Las Flores

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Country: El Salvador
Coordinates: 13.1700, -88.1153

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Wave energy (kJ)	87	92	101	97	102	83	66	58	52	56	41	51	38	46	45	40	46	43	28	45	43	39	41	49	51	49	41	47	54	42	52	47	49	45	45	44	47	48	48	48	48	47	46	45	62	60	62	62	61	61	110	100	71	105	104	103
Wind speed (km/h)	4.4	4.7	4.8	4.8	11.1	9.4	4.8	4.1	4.2	4.5	4	4.3	9.6	12	5.8	4.2	4.7	5	5.2	7.3	10.5	13	3.9	5	3.8	4	4.5	5.4	8.6	5.6	3.9	4.9	3.9	4.3	5.1	7.4	8.9	12.9	9.5	3	4	4.8	5.4	6.4	9.8	10.5	4.8	7.4	3.4	4.1	4.1	3.3	11.5	9.9	8.5	2.1
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Las Flores is one of El Salvador’s best-known surf spots, located on the eastern coast near El Cuco in the department of San Miguel. It’s a classic right-hand point break with long, well-shaped waves that peel along a rocky point, making it a favorite for intermediate to advanced surfers.

What it’s like

Wave type: Mostly a long, fast right point break
Consistency: Very reliable, especially during the dry season and southern hemisphere swell periods
Best for: Intermediate to advanced surfers who can handle a bit of power and speed
Wave quality: Can offer long rides and make for great carving and down-the-line surfing

Conditions

Swell direction: Works best with south and southwest swells
Wind: Offshore or light winds are ideal; strong onshore winds can make it messy
Tide: Can be tide-sensitive, so conditions vary through the day

Hazards

Reef/rock bottom: The takeoff and section can be over reef and rocks, so awareness is important
Crowds: It can get crowded when conditions are good
Power: Waves can be punchy and fast, so it’s not the best spot for beginners

Atmosphere

Las Flores has a laid-back surf town feel, with a mix of local surfers and visiting travelers. It’s often appreciated for its scenic setting, tropical vibe, and the possibility of getting long rides in relatively warm water year-round.