Garabito · Central Pacific Costa Rica

Playa Escondida
surf report.

A tucked-away reef setup north of Jacó that can offer shaped surf when the direction and tide cooperate.

The next three days

Wave energy,
at a glance.

UpdatedAug 23 · 9:32 PM

3-day outlookWave height & primary swell
Wave height and primary swell forecast for Playa Escondida 3.9 ft 3.8 ft 3.4 ft
SundayDay 1
3.9 ft
Primary swell
3.4 ft · 9.9 s · S
Wind max
8.8 mph · NW
MondayDay 2
3.8 ft
Primary swell
3.0 ft · 9.9 s · S
Wind max
5.9 mph · SW
TuesdayDay 3
3.4 ft
Primary swell
2.5 ft · 9.4 s · S
Wind max
6.1 mph · E

Model data: PacIOOS WaveWatch III + NOAA GFS. Values describe model grid conditions, not guaranteed breaking-wave face height.

The local read

What the numbers
do not tell you.

A forecast page can flag the window, but this is one to approach with local knowledge and respect for access.

Break
Reef and point
Best suited to
Experienced surfers
Access note
Access may be private or controlled. Confirm permission before making plans.