Surf: General: A fun, hollow beach break in front of a thriving tourist town, Playa Santa Teresa has become a popular destination for everyone from surf schoolers to traveling pros. The beach break has consistently good shape, and is a bit hollower at low tide. Tides: Low to mid Size: Waist-high to overhead Wind: NE Swell: S, SW, W, NW Bottom: Sand. Paddling: Rips can get pretty strong. Spot Rating: Fun beach break with moments of brilliance. Access: Easy beach access from the main road in Santa Teresa. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Lots of tourists and a healthy population of local surfers as well. Local Vibe: There are is a fair number of locals and "local" expats who surf, but they are generally pretty friendly. Environment: Stays pretty clean most of the time. Hazards: Rips, crowds. Season: Summer