Popoyo Outer Reef
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Popoyo Outer Reef surf guide

Popoyo Outer Reef is a solid surf spot located about a quarter-mile from the much friendlier Popoyo Main Reef. It's known for its intense waves, making it an exclusive destination for experienced surfers. The location can be a bit sketchy, as it only really works on mid to high tide due to the shallow reef at low tide. If you're looking for a thrill, this is the place, but it’s not for the faint of heart.

The surf here can get pretty big, ranging from 2 to 4X overhead, and can handle swell sizes from 2.4 meters to 7.6 meters. The best swell directions are from the South, South-Southwest, and Southwest, with the ideal conditions being calm to light offshore winds from the East to Northeast. The wave types you'll encounter include reef and slab, breaking over a rocky reef. The take-off can be challenging, especially with strong offshore winds, but once you're in, it’s not too hard to paddle around.

Accessing Popoyo Outer Reef is straightforward; just park at the very south end of the road leading into Popoyo and walk across the rivermouth. You can also come by boat. Expect minimal crowds—sometimes just a few surfers when the conditions are on. While it stands out as one of the best big-wave spots in Central America, always keep an eye on the locals like Manuel, J.J., and Lance, who dominate the lineup when it gets heavy.

Surf reports and surf forecasts nearby Popoyo Outer Reef

Lance's Left - El Astillero
Rivas, Nicaragua
Point break
Sat19
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Mon28
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El Astillero
Rivas, Nicaragua
Beach break
Sat19
Sun20
Mon21
Tue22
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Sat26
Sun27
Mon28
Tue29
Wed30
Popoyo
Rivas, Nicaragua
Reef break
Sat19
Sun20
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Tue22
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Mon28
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Popoyo Outer Reef
Rivas, Nicaragua
Reef break, Slab break, Offshore break
Sat19
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Sun27
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Playa Santana
Rivas, Nicaragua
Beach break
Sat19
Sun20
Mon21
Tue22
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Thu24
Fri25
Sat26
Sun27
Mon28
Tue29
Wed30
Playa Rosada
Rivas, Nicaragua
Point break
Sat19
Sun20
Mon21
Tue22
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Thu24
Fri25
Sat26
Sun27
Mon28
Tue29
Wed30
Panga Drops
Rivas, Nicaragua
Reef break
Sat19
Sun20
Mon21
Tue22
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Thu24
Fri25
Sat26
Sun27
Mon28
Tue29
Wed30
Panga Drop
Rivas, Nicaragua
Reef break
Sat19
Sun20
Mon21
Tue22
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Thu24
Fri25
Sat26
Sun27
Mon28
Tue29
Wed30
Colorado
Rivas, Nicaragua
Rivermouth break
Sat19
Sun20
Mon21
Tue22
Wed23
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Sat26
Sun27
Mon28
Tue29
Wed30
Manzanillo (Rivas Province)
Rivas, Nicaragua
Point break
Sat19
Sun20
Mon21
Tue22
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Sat26
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Mon28
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