El Arenal
El Arenal Also known as Pozo Izquierdo, world famous for windsurfing but also offers surf. Right over cobblestones, low to mid tide, N–NE swell. Intermediate–advanced level, fast with frequent wind. Tips: Strong characteristic NE wind — sometimes challenging for surfing but perfect for windsurfing. Technical level required. Ramp entry, rounded stone beach. Very active wind sports […]
Playa de Melenara
Playa de Melenara East coast sandy beach break, works on any tide with N–NE swell. Consistent lefts and rights, good option for beginners–intermediates when the north coast is too big. Tips: Quiet neighborhood spot, no pressure. Works when others are flat due to swell direction. Good parking, family-friendly vibe. Coast East Coast Tide All Sea Bed […]
Playa del Hombre
Playa del Hombre Sand-bottom beach break with power and current, offering fast walls and good maneuver sections when north swell hits properly. Lefts and rights, all tides, intermediate–advanced level. Tips: In Telde. You need skill to manage the current. Less touristy, relaxed local vibe. Coast East Coast Tide All Sea Bed Sand Wave type Left and […]
Las Terrazas
Las Terrazas Also known as Media Luna, in front of the shopping center of the same name. Mixed bottom producing powerful, fast waves with good maneuver sections. Two peaks at each end of the beach, easy entry through the center. All tides, N–NE–E swell. Tips: In Jinámar, good for intermediates in optimal conditions. Shines on mid […]
La Laja
La Laja East coast beach break less crowded than La Cicer, perfect for beginners wanting more space. Sand bottom, lefts and rights, works on all tides with NE–N swell. Tips: Quieter than urban spots. Good for progression without pressure. Parking available. Fewer schools than La Cicer = more freedom. Works when NE–E swell doesn’t properly reach […]
La Cicer
La Cicer The heart of Gran Canaria surf, 3km of beach break with multiple peaks for all levels. Volcanic sand, year-round waves, surf schools, full surf atmosphere. Lefts and rights on any tide with N–NW–NE swell. The ultimate learning spot, yet still offers sections for advanced surfers. Tips: Very crowded — respect etiquette due to strong […]
Los Muellitos
Los Muellitos Wave breaking next to the jetty at the end of La Cicer, works as a “graduation” step for those tired of crowds. Left over cobblestones that looks smaller from shore than it really is. Works on all tides with N–NW–NE swell. Tips: Access from the south end of Las Canteras or from the jetty […]
El Puertillo
El Puertillo Northern volcanic reef with a wave adaptable to different levels. One fast section and another more maneuverable, allowing intermediates to take the softer part while advanced surfers charge the full wave. Consistent left that works best on mid to high tide with N–NW swell. Tips: In Bañaderos, local spot with good vibes. Mid–high tide […]
Quintanilla
Quintanilla The indicator spot of the north coast: if there are no waves here, it’s rarely worth continuing along the coast. Receives the biggest waves in the area with powerful sets. Mixed bottom, lefts and rights, low to mid tide, N–NW swell. Tips: Multiple peaks along the village, few surfers midweek. Bañaderos exit from GC-2, C-810 […]
Los Enanos
Los Enanos Fun and accessible north coast spot, ideal when La Cicer is flat as it picks up more swell. Mixed rock-sand bottom creating lefts and rights with good walls for maneuvers. First section is faster and more vertical, then softens. Ideal for intermediate–advanced surfers on low to mid tide with N–NW swell. Tips: Dirt parking […]