Jacó headland · Central Pacific Costa Rica

Roca Loca
surf report.

A serious reef wave on the headland between Jacó and Playa Hermosa.

The next three days

Wave energy,
at a glance.

UpdatedOct 18 · 11:45 AM

3-day outlookWave height & primary swell
Wave height and primary swell forecast for Roca Loca 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.

This page is for understanding the coast, not for encouraging an unsupported paddle-out. Local experience is essential.

Break
Exposed reef
Best suited to
Expert surfers only
Access note
Difficult access; go only with someone who knows the spot and current rules.