K-55 Surf Spot, Mexico

Campo López / Santa Anita area

Reef Break / Beach BreakLeft and RightIntermediate + Advanced; easier beach peaks on smaller daysYear-Round; summer for SW swell, winter for larger W–NW swell

Guide updated October 19, 2026

Quick answer

Where is K-55?

K-55 is a reef break / beach break near Ensenada in Mexico. Best season: Year-Round; summer for SW swell, winter for larger W–NW swell. Level: Intermediate + Advanced; easier beach peaks on smaller days. GPS: 32.1000, -116.8900.

K-55 key facts
Location	Ensenada, Mexico
Coordinates	32.1000, -116.8900
Wave type	Reef Break / Beach Break
Direction	Left and Right
Wave quality	Good
Best season	Year-Round; summer for SW swell, winter for larger W–NW swell
Best swell	SW–W
Tide	Mid Tide; other tides can work
Consistency	Very Consistent
Skill level	Intermediate + Advanced; easier beach peaks on smaller days
Crowds	Low–Moderate; access-dependent

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About This Break

K-55, also known as Kilometer 55 or KM 55, is a surf break along the rugged Pacific coastline of northern Baja California, Mexico, south of Rosarito and north of Ensenada. Named for its approximate kilometer marker on the coastal highway, K-55 is part of Baja's famous stretch of exposed reefs, rocky points and surf beaches.

The break attracts surfers seeking powerful Pacific swells, relatively uncrowded conditions and a more adventurous alternative to the heavily traveled surf spots closer to the U.S.–Mexico border. Conditions vary with swell direction, tide and wind, with winter North Pacific swells bringing some of the area's most energetic surf.

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Local Knowledge

Submerged Rocks • Sea Urchins • Shallow Reef • Strong Currents • Powerful Swells • Restricted Access • Cold Water

K-55: Frequently Asked Questions

Where is K-55?

K-55 is a reef break / beach break near Ensenada in Mexico. Its GPS coordinates are 32.1000, -116.8900.

When is the best time to surf K-55?

The best season to surf K-55 is Year-Round; summer for SW swell, winter for larger W–NW swell. It works best on sW–W swell. Tide: mid Tide; other tides can work. Consistency: very Consistent.

Is K-55 good for beginners?

Not really. K-55 is rated Intermediate + Advanced; easier beach peaks on smaller days, so it suits surfers who can already paddle out, read the lineup and take off on their own; beginners should start somewhere gentler. Submerged Rocks • Sea Urchins • Shallow Reef • Strong Currents • Powerful Swells • Restricted Access • Cold Water.