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Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Boca Del Solado

23.254, -109.436
Edited by Tom Jackson
Verified May 2026
ResearchedCross-checked against Web research
At a glance
  • Boca Del Solado is a a-frame over mixed, mixed beach and reef peaks, lefts and rights.
  • Intermediate to advanced ability, working 3-8 ft.
  • Peak June to October.
A-frame · MixedIntermediate → Advanced3–8 ftJun – Oct

A reliable mix of beach peaks and reef breaks sits 33 km from Los Cabos International Airport along the Baja California Sur coastline, making Boca Del Solado one of the more accessible options for traveling surfers based out of Cabo. South swells are the engine here, arriving cleanly through summer and peaking in September, with NW winds going offshore to groom both the beach break peaks and the reef sections running left and right. The wave range is wide enough to suit intermediates looking to log time in the water, but the reef holds sharper faces when the swell climbs, and the hazards demand respect. Bottom: mixed reef and beach. Season: June through October, peak September. Consistency: moderate to good in summer groundswell season. Check rips before paddling out, as the mix of sand and reef creates unpredictable current pockets that shift with tide.

Wave fit

Skill suited
Intermediate → Advanced
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Best months
Jun – Oct
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Character
Mixed beach and reef peaks, lefts and rights.

Conditions

When it works
NESW
Swell window
S
South
Offshore wind
NW
Northwest (offshore)
Hazards
UrchinsRipsRocksLocalsPollution
Trip planning

Quick facts

Wetsuit
Boardies
What to bring
  • Shortboard 6ft to 6ft 4in for peak days
  • Fish or hybrid for smaller summer pulses
Lineup
Some pressure on swells
Where it sits

Location

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About this break

What it's actually like

Crowd & Localism

Locals are listed as a genuine hazard here. Respect the lineup order, don't snake sets, and read the room before assuming it's open territory. Dawn patrol reduces both crowd friction and wind chop. Pollution is flagged as a concern, so post-rain sessions are best skipped.

Access & Facilities

About 33 km from Los Cabos International Airport, reachable by rental car or taxi. Bring your own water, wax, and sun protection. Urchins and exposed rocks on the reef sections make booties worth considering at low tide. Check the rip channels before committing to a paddle-out line.

Nearby Alternatives

When Boca Del Solado is blown out or too crowded, the broader Los Cabos corridor offers additional beach break and point options that respond to similar S and SW swells. Shifting a few kilometers in either direction can find a cleaner angle depending on swell period and wind direction.

10-day swell, wind and tide

Boca Del Solado surf forecast

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Frequently asked

What you need to know before paddling out at Boca Del Solado

What skill level is Boca Del Solado suited for?
Boca Del Solado is a mixed bottom, mixed beach and reef peaks, lefts and rights, break suited for intermediate through advanced surfers.
What size does Boca Del Solado work best at?
Working size is 3 to 8 ft. Below 3 ft the swell goes flat. Above 8 ft it tends to close out.
When is the best season to surf Boca Del Solado?
Boca Del Solado fires from June through October. Outside that window the swell window narrows and the lineup goes quiet.
What swell direction does Boca Del Solado need?
Boca Del Solado switches on with a south groundswell. Offshore winds blow from the northwest (offshore).
What are the main hazards at Boca Del Solado?
Main hazards at Boca Del Solado: urchins, rips, rocks, locals, pollution.
What type of wave is Boca Del Solado?
Boca Del Solado is a a-frame-breaking wave over mixed. Mixed beach and reef peaks, lefts and rights.

Sources

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