Region Overview: North Shore, PR

Puerto Rico's North Shore is a world-class surf destination, especially between November and April, when Atlantic swells consistently hit the coast. With warm water year-round and a variety of reef, point, and beach breaks, this coastline is a tropical playground for surfers.

Best Surf Season: November – March
Water Temp: 78–82°F (no wetsuit needed)
Wave Range: 2–15 ft (depends on swell)

Top 8 Surf Spots – North Shore PR

1. Gas Chambers (Aguadilla)

Skill Level: Advanced
Wave Type: Hollow reef break
Best Swell: NW
Wind: Light E-SE
Tide: Mid
Hazards: Sharp reef, strong current

Recommended Gear: Performance shortboard

2. Surfer's Beach (Aguadilla)

Skill Level: Intermediate - Advanced
Wave Type: Right reef/point
Best Swell: N-NE
Wind: SE
Tide: Low to mid
Vibe: Friendly, expat surfers

Recommended Gear: Funboard,fish, high performance

3. Wilderness (Aguadilla)

Skill Level: Intermediate - Advanced
Wave Type: Long right-hand reef break
Best Swell: NW-N
Wind: E-SE
Tide: Any
Access: Hike or 4x4 road

Recommended Gear: Step-up board

4. Jobos (Isabela)

Skill Level: All levels (can be heavy)
Wave Type: Reef break with defined takeoff zone
Best Swell: NE
Wind: SE
Tide: Mid
Hazards: Strong rip on big days

Recommended Gear: Shortboard or twin fin

5. Middles (Isabela)

Skill Level: Advanced
Wave Type: Powerful A-frame reef
Best Swell: NW
Wind: Light SE
Tide: Low-mid
Note: Hosts many surf competitions

Recommended Gear: High performance board

6. Domes (Rincón)

Skill Level: All levels (can be heavy)
Wave Type: Long right reef
Best Swell: W-NW
Wind: SE
Tide: Any
Landmark: Near the old nuclear dome

Recommended Gear: Shortboard, funboard, fish, longboard.

7. Maria's (Rincón)

Skill Level: Intermediate - Advanced
Wave Type: Right point break
Best Swell: NW
Wind: Light E
Tide: Mid
Vibe: Chill, but crowded

Recommended Gear: Longboard or mid-length

8. Tres Palmas (Rincón)

Skill Level: Expert Only
Wave Type: Big wave right-hand reef
Best Swell: NW (needs massive swell)
Wind: Light
Tide: Mid
Notes: Puerto Rico's big wave spot

Recommended Gear: Gun or step-up

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