About this break
The "Mexican Pipeline" — one of the heaviest sand-bottom barrels in the world. Zicatela is an advanced-level A-frame beach break near Puerto Escondido in Mexico, delivering world-class waves for experienced surfers and confident chargers. It is most consistent from March to October (south swells). All tides; sandbar-dependent. Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out.
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Spot Characteristics
- Location
- RWVW+MW Brisas de Zicatela, Oaxaca, Mexico
- Type
- Beach break
- Wave Direction
- A-frame peaks (lefts and rights)
- Wave Quality
- World-class
- Tides
- All tides; sandbar-dependent
- Consistency
- Very consistent on swell
- Best Season
- March to October (south swells)
- Suitable For
- Advanced
Considerations
Crowds: Experienced crowd — respect the lineup and locals
Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out.
Properties near Zicatela (Puerto Escondido)
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