Backwash
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Great wave, lots of fun, incredible water, rainforest
Additional Info:
Backwash - A fun right that breaks in the middle of Backwash Bay. Although it doesn't break as many days per year as Matapalo, it is the spot of choice when it is at its best (from midtide to lowtide).
http://www.bosquedelcabo.com/surfing.htm
generally jack up creating steep sections; great longboarding.
http://www.surf-costarica.com/break/backwash.htm
Location
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Backwash bay ,Matapalo.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Yes |
| Boat required | No |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Reef (rocky) |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right |
| Bottom | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) with sand |
| Power | Powerful, Fun |
| Frequency | Regular (100 days/year) |
| Normal length | Long (150 to 300m) |
| Good day length | Long (150 to 300m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | North, NorthEast |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | South |
| Swell size | Don't know - 10ft+ |
| Tide | Low tide only |
| Tide movement | Rising and falling tides |
Crowd
| Week | Few surfers |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Crowded |
Dangers
Rocks, Localism, Sharks
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Pavones
0.30 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
Pan Dulce
0.46 miles away
| Direction: | Right |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
Matapalo
9.55 miles away
| Direction: | Right |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) with sand |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |