Barra de Colotepec Surf Spot, Mexico
Barra de Colotepec
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Quick answer
Where is Barra de Colotepec?
Barra de Colotepec is a rivermouth / beach break near Santa María Colotepec in Mexico. Best season: April – October. Level: Intermediate + Advanced. GPS: 15.7800, -96.9900.
| Location | Santa María Colotepec, Mexico |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 15.7800, -96.9900 |
| Wave type | Rivermouth / Beach Break |
| Direction | Left and Right |
| Wave quality | Good |
| Best season | April – October |
| Tide | Mid + High |
| Consistency | Very Consistent |
| Skill level | Intermediate + Advanced |
| Crowds | Moderate |
| Property nearby | 2 for sale within 15 km, from $289,000 |
Surf property for sale in Puerto Escondido, near Barra de Colotepec
About This Break
Barra de Colotepec is the exposed rivermouth break southeast of Puerto Escondido, where the Río Colotepec reaches the Pacific. Unlike La Punta's fixed left or Zicatela's notorious close-range barrels, Barra offers shifting left- and right-hand peaks around the river mouth. Its open exposure makes it exceptionally reliable, while S–SSW groundswell and northerly offshore wind provide the classic setup.
It's generally less famous and less intimidating than Zicatela, making it an appealing option for competent surfers who want Puerto Escondido-area power without committing to Mexican Pipeline.
For surfers looking to buy, sell or invest around Barra de Colotepec and the greater Puerto Escondido area, International Surf Properties connects the global surf community with real estate in the places surfers want to live.
Local Knowledge
Strong currents, shifting sandbars, river discharge/water-quality considerations, powerful surf and wildlife.
Barra de Colotepec: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Barra de Colotepec?
Barra de Colotepec is a rivermouth / beach break near Santa María Colotepec in Mexico. Its GPS coordinates are 15.7800, -96.9900.
When is the best time to surf Barra de Colotepec?
The best season to surf Barra de Colotepec is April – October. Tide: mid + High. Consistency: very Consistent.
Is Barra de Colotepec good for beginners?
Not really. Barra de Colotepec is rated Intermediate + Advanced, so it suits surfers who can already paddle out, read the lineup and take off on their own; beginners should start somewhere gentler. Strong currents, shifting sandbars, river discharge/water-quality considerations, powerful surf and wildlife.
Can you buy property near Barra de Colotepec?
Yes. There are 2 properties for sale within 15 km of Barra de Colotepec on International Surf Properties, priced from $289,000. Each listing shows its distance to the break, and you contact the owner or listing agent directly.
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