Playa Los Cerritos

Playa Los Cerritos is one of Baja Sur’s most popular surf beaches, located on the Pacific side of the Cabo San Lucas / Todos Santos area. It’s known for being a reliable, beginner-friendly beach break with enough size and shape to keep intermediate surfers interested too.

What it’s like

• Wave type: Sandy beach break
• Skill level: Best for beginners to intermediates, but fun for more experienced surfers when it’s working
• Consistency: Fairly consistent compared with many nearby spots
• Vibe: Laid-back, friendly, and busy on good days

Surf conditions

• Best swell direction: Usually works well with south and southwest swells
• Best wind: Light offshore or calm morning winds are ideal
• Tide: Can be tide-sensitive, with shape often changing a lot through the day
• Wave quality: Can offer long, manageable walls when conditions line up, but it can also get choppy or close out in bigger surf

What to expect

• Water temperature: Warm enough for a spring suit or rash guard most of the year, though conditions vary seasonally
• Crowds: One of the more well-known surf spots in the area, so expect crowds on good days
• Hazards: Shorebreak, strong sun, occasional rips, and the usual beach-break unpredictability

Why surfers like it

• Easy access
• Good learning waves
• Room to spread out
• One of the best-known surf beaches in Baja Sur with a fun, relaxed atmosphere