About this break
Puerto Rico's premier big-wave reef, breaking only on large winter swells with long, drawn-out walls. Tres Palmas is an advanced-level right-hand reef break near Rincón in Caribbean, delivering world-class waves for experienced surfers and confident chargers. It is most consistent from November to March (winter north swells). Best on a mid-to-high tide. Breaks over shallow coral or rock reef — booties are recommended and mind the take-off zone. Make Tres Palmas your home break: discover surf properties for sale near Rincón, Puerto Rico with International Surf Properties.
Spot Characteristics
- Location
- Puerto Rico
- Type
- Reef break
- Wave Direction
- Right-hand
- Wave Quality
- World-class
- Tides
- Best on a mid-to-high tide
- Consistency
- Very consistent on swell
- Best Season
- November to March (winter north swells)
- Suitable For
- Advanced
Considerations
Crowds: Experienced crowd — respect the lineup and locals
Breaks over shallow coral or rock reef — booties are recommended and mind the take-off zone.



