Surf: General: Hunting the best waves around Mazatlan often means dealing with crowded and rocky left pointbreaks, so if you're lucky enough to be all surfed out in such conditions and are looking for a change of pace, Rucos may be the spot for you. Located just a short distance north of town, Rucos is a beautiful and uncrowded stretch of sandy beach lined with thick vegetation to the east and multiple turquoise A-frames spilling left and right to the west. This all sounds perfect until you realize that Rucos is quickly blown out when the wind ticks onshore. Nevertheless, Rucos is generally uncrowded and, on the best days, there are several fun options up and down the beach. Tides: All tides Size: Waist high to double overhead Wind: NE to E, gets blown out quickly as wind trends S through the day. Swell: SW, SSW, S Bottom: Sand Paddling: Sometimes a lot of duck-diving, but not a long paddle back out. Spot Rating: Fun beach break peaks. Access: Depends on weather. Proper vehicle is needed after heavy rains. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Pretty open. Local Vibe: Locals can be protective. Environment: Being further removed from town and the harbor has its benefits. Hazards: Access after heavy rains. Season: April-October