Punta Burros

Punta Burros, a short 40-minute drive from Puerto Vallarta, delivers a playful, mellow right-hand reef break with a less defined left option. The wave rolls in with a soft, forgiving character, making it a prime pick for longboards, funboards, and fishes, especially when south to southwest swells push through in the 4- to 12-foot range. Best performance comes under a north wind and low to mid tides, when the reef’s rocky contours shape clean, bending walls. Paddling out demands moderate effort, but the manageable conditions welcome surfers of all levels, from beginners finding their feet to experts looking for a cruisy session. Access is straightforward: stay at the Palladium Vallarta Resort, park roadside and walk in, or hire a panga from nearby fishing villages. Expect a lively lineup—this spot draws a healthy mix of locals and traveling surfers. The local crew tends to be friendly and accommodating, but with consistent crowds, you’ll need patience and respect to earn your share of waves. Beneath the surface, watch for rocks and urchins; the reef keeps the water clear and the ride engaging, but a cautious step-off is wise. All in all, Punta Burros serves up a sociable, user-friendly wave that rewards those willing to share the stoke.

Best Surf Season (November - March)

The heart of the surf year at Punta Burros runs from November through March, when the North Pacific storm track is active and sending long-period groundswells down the Baja coast. Average wave heights hover around 1m (3ft), but the combination of 13-14 second periods and a dominant offshore wind regime produces remarkably clean, powerful surf. NNW winds blow an impressive 87-92% of the time during these months, grooming the west and west-northwest groundswell into perfectly peeling walls that wrap around the point. Water temperatures in the low to mid-20s°C keep things comfortable. If you want the most consistent, high-quality waves, this is your season.