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Sandy Beach (Rincón)

Sandy Beach Surf Spot, Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

Reef breakA-frame peaks (lefts and rights)IntermediateNovember to March (winter north swells)

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Where is Sandy Beach?

Sandy Beach is an A-frame reef break near Rincón in Puerto Rico. Best season: November to March (winter north swells). Level: Intermediate. GPS: 18.3500, -67.2600.

Sandy Beach (Rincón) key facts
LocationRincón, Puerto Rico
Coordinates18.3500, -67.2600
Wave typeReef break
DirectionA-frame peaks (lefts and rights)
Wave qualityHigh quality
Best seasonNovember to March (winter north swells)
TideBest on a mid-to-high tide
ConsistencyConsistent through the season
Skill levelIntermediate
CrowdsModerate; can get busy in peak season
Property nearby2 for sale within 15 km, from $899,000

Surf property for sale in Rincon, near Sandy Beach

About This Break

Sandy Beach is a reef and sand break in Rincón, on the west coast of Puerto Rico. It breaks left and right over a mix of reef and sand, and is the friendly option when Rincón's main reefs are too big.

The season is November to March, on winter north swells. It is best from mid to high tide. It is often the place to go when Domes and Maria's are maxing out.

It suits intermediate surfers, and improvers on small days. Booties help on the reef. The beach is lined with guesthouses and vacation rentals.

Sandy Beach is one of Rincón's busiest areas for rentals, with houses, condos and guesthouses steps from the water. Buyers often look here for homes that work as winter rentals. Puerto Rico is a US territory.

Local Knowledge

Reef mixed with sand; booties are a good idea. Busy in winter with visiting surfers.

Sandy Beach (Rincón): Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sandy Beach in Rincón?

Sandy Beach is on Rincón's west coast in Puerto Rico, south of the main reefs such as Domes and Maria's.

Is Sandy Beach good for intermediate surfers?

Yes. It is the friendlier option when Rincón's main reefs are too big.

When is the best time to surf Sandy Beach?

The best season to surf Sandy Beach is November to March (winter north swells). Tide: best on a mid-to-high tide. Consistency: consistent through the season.

Can you buy property near Sandy Beach?

Yes. There are 2 properties for sale within 15 km of Sandy Beach on International Surf Properties, priced from $899,000. Each listing shows its distance to the break, and you contact the owner or listing agent directly.

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