Troncones

Troncones is a mellow, sun-bleached stretch of sand just south of Manzanillo, where relaxed vibes and raw Costa Grande beauty take center stage. A 5-kilometer crescent of beach is dotted with rocky outcrops that sculpt shifting sandbar peaks along the shore, giving the break a moody, fickle personality. When conditions align, it’s the right reef at the southern end that steals the show and pulls in the crowds. The magic happens under a moderate southwest swell, with the zone holding up to about 3 feet. Waves peel over an uneven reef bed, offering both lefts and rights—though the rights tend to be the main draw, wrapping cleanly off the rocks. Northeast winds are your best friend here, grooming the surface for peaky, rideable lines. This spot is best suited for intermediate surfers who can read the shifting bars and adjust to the reef. Tide-wise, aim for low to mid-high to maximize the shape. Swell can come from south and northwest directions, adding variety, but keep an eye on the sky—conditions can flip quickly, rewarding those who pay attention. On a good day, Troncones serves up a unique, off-the-beaten-path session that’s well worth the paddle.

Best Surf Season (November - February)

Troncones hits its stride from November through February, when the eastern Pacific storm track and Southern Hemisphere swell window combine with the region's most reliable offshore winds. Average wave heights sit in the fun-to-solid 1.2-1.3m (4-4.3ft) range with 13.4-13.5s periods - exactly the long-period, organized energy this SSW-facing beach loves. Ideal wind frequencies from the N-NNE-NE-ENE quadrant range from 46-54% during these months, meaning clean, glassy morning sessions and plenty of lined-up walls. When a fresh SSW/SW groundswell arrives, Troncones holds up beautifully under light offshore flow, making this the high-quality season at the spot.