Patalavaca
Patalavaca Small southwest spot, left over mixed bottom working with W–SW swell on mid–high tide. Intermediate level, less known. Tips: Discreet spot between Arguineguín and Puerto Rico. Good when seeking tranquility. Check tides and swell before heading out. Relaxed local atmosphere. Coast South Coast Tide Half and Full Sea Bed Mixed Rock Wave type Left Swell […]
Derecha Arguineguín
Derecha Arguineguín Same bay, right over cobblestones requiring W swell. Low to mid tide, intermediate–advanced level. Slightly closer to the football field. Tips: Low tide is key. W swell less frequent but can be very good when it hits. Ideal for SUP or longboard on small days. Calm fishing-town atmosphere. Coast South Coast Tide Half and […]
Izquierda Arguineguín
Izquierda Arguineguín Fishing village in the southwest, left over cobblestones that needs S swell to work. Low to mid tide, intermediate–advanced level. Soft but technical wave. Tips: Works best on low tide. Slightly further toward the cement factory. Authentic fishing village vibe, Tuesday market. Less touristy than Playa del Inglés, more local character. Coast South Coast […]
Pasito Blanco
Pasito Blanco Small beach in the private marina, sandy left that works with S–SW swell on any tide. Beginner level, quiet and sheltered. Tips: Access via GC-500, park outside the entrance barrier. No lifeguards or services — more secluded experience. Good for longboarding and small days. Private marina limits development. Coast South Coast Tide All Sea […]
El Palomar
El Palomar Next to the Maspalomas lighthouse, mixed bottom, picks up W–SW–NW swells on any tide. Lefts and rights, intermediate–advanced level. Consistent when the direction is correct. Tips: Less crowded spot with a touch of localism. Check conditions before heading out. Coast South Coast Tide All Sea Bed Mixed Rock Wave type Left and Right Swell […]
Derecha del Faro
Derecha del Faro Faro de Maspalomas, mixed bottom with fast and maneuverable waves. Works on all tides with W–SW–NW swell. Lefts and rights, beginner–intermediate–advanced levels. Tips: Popular among locals and visitors. The dunes create a unique backdrop. Can work when both north and south are flat. Parking in the Maspalomas tourist area. Coast South Coast Tide […]
La Punta
La Punta The most exposed spot in all Gran Canaria, picks up any available swell. Sand bottom, quality and powerful right and left barrels. Works on mid–high tide with S–SE–SW swell. Advanced level only due to power. Tips: When everything is flat in summer, there’s usually something here. Conditions can be deceptively strong. Respect the ocean’s […]
Playa del Inglés
Playa del Inglés The most famous 2.7km beach in Europe for tourism. Sand, lefts and rights, mid to high tide, beginner–intermediate level. Tips: Most surfable zone near the dunes toward Maspalomas. Very touristy but spacious. Not super consistent but works in summer with south swell. Full services, lively atmosphere. Coast South Coast Tide Half and Full […]
San Agustín
San Agustín Sandy right in the southern tourist zone, works on mid–high tide with S–SE swell. Beginner–intermediate level, soft conditions ideal for progression. Tips: Tourist beach with full services. Not very consistent but perfect when the south activates. Relaxed vibe, good for families. Coast South Coast Tide Half and Full Sea Bed Sand Wave type Right […]
El Pirata
El Pirata South coast beach break working with S–SE swells on mid–high tide. Sandy right, beginner level, perfect when the south receives the less common swells. Tips: Not very consistent but when it works it’s soft and accessible. San Agustín area. Good for learning on south swell days. Coast South Coast Tide Half and Full Sea […]