Machine-like right-hand walls peel off a sandy-bottom point at Punta Conejo, one of the most dependable waves in the Salina Cruz region of Oaxaca. It fires best on large, long-period S to SSE swells, the same groundswells that energize Puerto Escondido to the north, with W to SW winds keeping faces clean. Low to mid tide is the sweet spot, size from waist-high to well overhead, with the upper range producing the best wall length. Ten-turn rides are a realistic expectation here, and when the sand bank sets up correctly, inside sections can dredge into legitimate tubes. Crowds are heavy and the vibe is territorial, so intermediate-to-advanced surfers who show patience and respect will get their waves while kooks will not. Bottom: sand over point. Season: May through September. Consistency: high during NH summer. Arrive with a local guide, this is non-negotiable in Salina Cruz, and plan morning sessions to dodge gap winds and peak-day heat.
This is one of the most crowded waves in Salina Cruz, drawing charter groups and repeat visitors flying in specifically for it. Localism is real and territorial. Travel with a guide, wait your turn, and prioritize respect over wave count. Dawn patrol is quieter. Mid-week is marginally less packed than weekends during peak season.
A 4x4 vehicle is required for access, and a local guide is mandatory, not optional, for all spots in the Salina Cruz area. Gap winds build through the day, making morning sessions strongly preferable. Bring serious sun protection: mid-day exposure here is brutal. Water quality is clean.
When Conejo is maxed out or the bank is off, the broader Salina Cruz zone holds multiple right-hand points along the same stretch of coast that pick up similar swell windows. Your guide will know which ones are working and less crowded on a given day.
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