Mizata surf guide

Mizata is a surf spot located in El Salvador, known for its consistency and relatively uncrowded waves. The beach features about a half-mile of black sand, creating a private feel while offering four different breaks. This place remains surfable when other spots, like Punta Roca and Tunco, go flat. You can find a good vibe here, with friendly locals welcoming surfers looking for some fun in the water.

The main break at Mizata is called The Point, which is a righthander that works best during the last hours of the dropping tide and the first couple of hours of the rising tide. While it doesn’t provide long rides like Punta Roca, it delivers strong drops that can be really enjoyable. The optimal swell direction is Southwest (SSW), and it handles swell sizes from about 3 feet (0.9 meters) to 7 feet (2.1 meters). The waves can break over boulders and sand, with a preference for winds coming from the north. As for the tides, it's best to surf at low to mid tide, especially at The Point, while the other breaks like Tweeners and The Slab have their own preferences. Tweeners picks up more water during high tide, especially with a south swell, and offers some lefts as well. The Slab can be a world-class break on the right swell size and direction.

Mizata works well for a range of surfer abilities, including beginners, intermediates, and pros. You can ride this wave on various board types like shortboards, funboards, longboards, fish, and bodyboards. The vibe is chill, and the crowd factor is definitely less intense than the more popular spots further east. Just be careful of the hazards, especially at Tweeners during low tide, where there are exposed rocks. Overall, Mizata is a solid choice for anyone looking to enjoy some consistent surf without the aggressive crowds.