Crowd & Localism
Rarely crowded, partly because boat access and the expert-only nature of the break filter the lineup naturally. Those who do make it out tend to know what they're doing. Respect the wave and the process of getting there.
Chirilagua, El Salvador, El Salvador
Toro de Oro
13.165, -88.125
Edited by Tom Jackson
Verified May 2026
Cross-referencedCross-checked against Stormrider
At a glance
- Toro de Oro is a right over point, fast sectioning right-hand volcanic rock point.
- Suits advanced surfers, working 3-15 ft.
- Peak April to October.
Right · PointAdvanced3–15 ftApr – Oct
A boat-access expert pointbreak on El Salvador's eastern coast, Toro de Oro delivers fast, long rides over volcanic rock that will punish anyone who doesn't have the ability to match it. The optimal window is S to SW swell, ideally with a touch of W in the direction to prevent the wave from sectioning and funneling riders into a rock-strewn dead-end. Northerly winds keep it clean. Works across all tides and handles a wide size range from 3ft up to 15ft, with consistency rated high when the swell is running. The volcanic rock shoreline makes shore access genuinely dangerous, so a boat is the only sensible approach. Bottom: volcanic rock reef/point. Season: S and SW swell season, typically Apr through Oct. Consistency: high when swell is present. Bring a quiver, expect a serious paddle-out if the boat drops you wide, and do not attempt without solid experience on fast reef pointbreaks.
Wave fit
Skill suited
Advanced
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Best months
Apr – Oct
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Character
Fast sectioning right-hand volcanic rock point.
Conditions
When it worksSwell window
S
S - SW
Offshore wind
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Northerly
Optimum tide
All tides
Size range
3-15ft
High
Hazards
No concerns
Trip planning
Quick facts
Wetsuit
Boardies
What to bring
- Shortboard 6ft to 6ft 4in for standard size days
- Step-up 6ft 8in to 7ft for 8ft-plus swells
Lineup
Mellow lineup
Where it sits
Location
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About this break
What it's actually like
Access & Facilities
Boat access only. The volcanic rock shoreline is too hazardous for a conventional paddle-out. No parking, no facilities. Organise boat access through nearby surf camps in the El Cuco or Las Flores area. Come self-sufficient with water, wax, and a solid repair kit.
Nearby Alternatives
Las Flores, in the next bay, is the go-to right-hand pointbreak for intermediate to experienced surfers when Toro de Oro is too intense or the swell angle is off. La Vaca, inside Las Flores bay, acts as a pressure valve when Las Flores gets crowded. Punta Mango further along the coast is another epic right point worth the trip.
10-day swell, wind and tide
Toro de Oro surf forecast
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Stay nearby
Camps within boat range
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Punta Roca
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El Pimental
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Las Flores
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Beginner → Advanced
La Bocana
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Intermediate → Advanced
El Zonte
punchy rippable right-hand river mouth point · Right · Mixed
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Playa Conchalio
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Beginner → Advanced
La Ventana
punchy beachbreak peaks with connecting right-hander on west end · A-frame · Beach
Beginner → Intermediate
Mizata
hollow fast boulder-point right with punchy left peak · A-frame · Point
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La Paz
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Frequently asked
What you need to know before paddling out at Toro de Oro
What skill level is Toro de Oro suited for?
Toro de Oro is a point bottom, fast sectioning right-hand volcanic rock point, break suited for advanced surfers. This is not a beginner break. Build up at softer waves first.
What size does Toro de Oro work best at?
Working size is 3 to 15 ft. Below 3 ft the swell goes flat. Above 15 ft it tends to close out.
When is the best season to surf Toro de Oro?
Toro de Oro fires from April through October. Outside that window the swell window narrows and the lineup goes quiet.
What swell direction does Toro de Oro need?
Toro de Oro switches on with a s - sw groundswell. Offshore winds blow from the northerly.
What are the main hazards at Toro de Oro?
Main hazards at Toro de Oro: no concerns.
What type of wave is Toro de Oro?
Toro de Oro is a right-breaking wave over point. Fast sectioning right-hand volcanic rock point.
Where can I stay near Toro de Oro?
2 camps sit within easy reach. The closest is Hotel Miraflores, Playa Las Flores, El Salvador, 1.4 km from the lineup.
Sources
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