Surf: In Ixtapa, Playa Linda is usually mushy but the rivermouth can produce long left walls as the wave reels into a sandy lagoon. River flow shifts the bar and S gets blocked by the island, but SW can line-up nicely. Beachbreaks back towards the harbour jetty in NW swells. Environment: There’s a ferry to Ixtapa Island, where a zipping right barrels over a flat rock ledge on the south coast. Due S swell and higher tides best. Surf: General: Playa Linda is a mellow, user-friendly left-hand point break/river mouth that also has a shorter right available. This popular spot in the Zihuatanejo area's thriving surf scene. Picking up consistent south swells during the northern hemisphere summer, Playa Linda is a great option for beginners and intermediate surfers looking to ride a few longish rides. Tides: All tides. Size: Chest- to head-high. Wind: E, NE Swell: SW, W, WNW Bottom: Sand and rock. Paddling: Mellow paddle for a mellow wave. Spot Rating: Playa Linda is pretty soft, but the left runs for a bit, making it great for beginners. Access: Drive down to the beach, walk across the rocks, and paddle out. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Consistent crowd of local and visiting surfers. Local Vibe: Lots of local surfers, but they are pretty friendly. Environment: Like most river mouth breaks, Playa Linda can get dirty after rains. Hazards: Rock, rips. Season: The Mexican state of Guerrero is in the northern hemisphere, so the high season is during the summer.