Surf Forecast  Punta Chipehua

Punta Chipehua surfspot characteristics

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General: Known locally by its nickname, "Elvis," Chipehua is exactly that: The King. As fickle as they come, Elvis doesn't show his face often. But when he does, get ready for a show. On its day, Chipehua can be one of the best waves anywhere, with long, perfectly-tapered walls running almost perpendicular to the beach. Fast and hollow off the takeoff, lucking into several barrel sections on one wave is not out of the question. And even if you miss the tube, you’ll still get five-plus cracks at the lip before the wave runs away. Of course, just like a real Elvis show, don’t expect a private showing. Perfect Chipehua is both rare and alluring so be prepared to sit alongside a solid crowd of talented surfers when it breaks. Tides: Low to mid Size: Head high to well overhead Wind: W,WNW Swell: SSE, S, SSW Bottom: Sand Paddling: Calf burn from walking up the point Spot Rating: Ridiculously good wave when it's working

Advanced

With a guide, then a long walk down the beach through the turtle sanctuary

Summer-Fall

Crowd Factor: When it's breaking, expect a lot of talented surfers Local Vibe: Elvis doesn't break often so expect to share with some talented locals

Clean

Getting eaten by insects on the way in, long walks after even longer rides, hungry crowds hunting for sets