La Pastora Surf Spot, Mexico
Playa La Pastora, Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico
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Quick answer
Where is La Pastora?
La Pastora is a beach break / sandbar near Todos Santos in Mexico. Best season: November–March. Level: Intermediate + Advanced. GPS: 23.5300, -110.3100.
| Location | Todos Santos, Mexico |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 23.5300, -110.3100 |
| Wave type | Beach Break / Sandbar |
| Direction | Left / Right |
| Wave quality | Excellent |
| Best season | November–March |
| Best swell | W–NW |
| Tide | Low–Mid / Rising, depending on sandbars |
| Consistency | Consistent |
| Skill level | Intermediate + Advanced |
| Crowds | Low–Moderate; busier during quality winter swells |
About This Break
La Pastora is a powerful, exposed Pacific surf break located north of Todos Santos on the western coast of Baja California Sur, Mexico. Known for its strong winter swells, fast-breaking waves and relatively undeveloped surroundings, La Pastora is a favorite among experienced surfers seeking quality waves away from the busier surf beaches of Los Cabos.
The break features a combination of sandy bottom, scattered rocks and shifting sandbars that produce predominantly right-hand waves, with occasional lefts depending on the swell and sand configuration. Long-period northwest groundswell can generate steep takeoffs, hollow sections and powerful walls ideal for high-performance surfing. On smaller days, the waves become more approachable, although strong currents and shorebreak can still present challenges.
La Pastora's open coastline, desert landscapes and proximity to Todos Santos make it attractive to surfers interested in coastal living. International Surf Properties has premier surf properties available in the Todos Santos and Baja California Sur area, connecting buyers, sellers and investors with real estate near some of Mexico's most desirable waves.
Local Knowledge
Strong Currents • Heavy Shorebreak • Powerful Swells • Shifting Sandbars • Submerged Rocks • Limited Rescue Services
La Pastora: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is La Pastora?
La Pastora is a beach break / sandbar near Todos Santos in Mexico. Its GPS coordinates are 23.5300, -110.3100.
When is the best time to surf La Pastora?
The best season to surf La Pastora is November–March. It works best on w–NW swell. Tide: low–Mid / Rising, depending on sandbars. Consistency: consistent.
Is La Pastora good for beginners?
Not really. La Pastora 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 • Heavy Shorebreak • Powerful Swells • Shifting Sandbars • Submerged Rocks • Limited Rescue Services.
Can you buy property near La Pastora?
Nothing is listed within 15 km of La Pastora right now, but there are 85 properties for sale elsewhere in Mexico on International Surf Properties.
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