Surf: The Rio Grande "bocana" (rivermouth) sculpts the sand into long, hollow lefts and short, sharp rights but it needs a decent size swell and higher tides. Environment: Localism hotspot. Total respect required and the scattered rocks can be sharp. Surf: General: Though El Salvador is typically known for its abundance of right points, La Bocana is the Libertad area's only genuine lefthander. Located on the south end of the little village of El Tunco, like its neighbor Sunzal, Bocana is a swell magnet and will almost always have something to ride. The only difference is that Bocana is far more punchier and difficult to maneuver than Sunzal. Bocana is the result of an open, cobblestone-lined rivermouth. After periods of heavy rain, the force of the river shifts silt, sand and cobbles north and south of the mouth frequently, which causes slight changes in the characteristics of the surrounding peaks. But the left in front of the river is unchanged -- a steep drop, a couple good sections, and a dredging inside barrel section. Tides: All tides Size: Chest high-overhead+ Wind: Light North Swell: SSW, SW Bottom: Rocks, sand Paddling: Your shoulders will feel it if you get a few long ones. Spot Rating: Shorter, walled up rights and longer, open-faced lefts. A good wave at the right size before it gets too big. Access: The bus from La Libertad takes about half an hour and costs less than a dollar. Crowds: Crowd Factor: It can be when it is working. Local Vibe: Can be intense when it's good. Environment: Depends on rains. Hazards: Shallow rocks, especially if you go right. Season: Southern Hemisphere fall into winter for the most consistent surf.