Parrita · Central Pacific Costa Rica

Parrita & Palo Seco
surf report.

A long palm-lined stretch near Parrita where the surf story is as much about remoteness, access and river systems as swell size.

The next three days

Wave energy,
at a glance.

UpdatedOct 18 · 2:00 PM

3-day outlookWave height & primary swell
Wave height and primary swell forecast for Parrita & Palo Seco 5.0 ft 4.9 ft 4.2 ft
SundayDay 1
5.0 ft
Primary swell
3.8 ft · 16.3 s · SW
Wind max
8.0 mph · W
MondayDay 2
4.9 ft
Primary swell
3.6 ft · 15.6 s · SW
Wind max
4.6 mph · N
TuesdayDay 3
4.2 ft
Primary swell
3.1 ft · 14.7 s · SW
Wind max
8.0 mph · E

Model data: PacIOOS WaveWatch III + NOAA GFS. Values describe model grid conditions, not guaranteed breaking-wave face height.

The local read

What the numbers
do not tell you.

Treat this as a regional conditions page. Always verify the exact access point and local safety picture before committing.

Break
Remote open beach
Best suited to
Experienced, self-sufficient surfers with local guidance
Access note
Road, estuary and river conditions can change seasonally; plan the return before entering.