Chacocente is a surf spot located in Northwest, Nicaragua, inside the Chacocente Wildlife Refuge. The spot is a hollow beach break with a bottom made of sand and rocks. The surf spot provides both left and right waves. Chacocente works on all tides, but tends to be best from mid to low tide. The wave length ranges from 50 to 150 meters. The spot is known for being empty most of the time, offering a quiet surfing experience compared to other nearby locations. The frequency of surfable waves is regular, and the quality is considered a regional classic. The spot is suitable for intermediate surfers, so check your skills before paddling out, be sure that the spot matches your level. The area is a turtle reserve, and thousands of turtles come up to the beach at certain times of the year to lay their eggs. Surfing is forbidden during the nesting season to protect the turtles, and it is illegal to surf here when the turtles are present. The beach is part of a national park, and respecting the rules is important for the protection of biodiversity. Always respect the locals, especially when the spot is crowded, and check the surf etiquette when there are other surfers in the water. The nearest surf spots are Lance’s Left, Astillero, Playa Guasacate, Popoyo, and Santana. For the latest surf forecast, surf report, surf map, and webcam updates, check reliable sources before heading out. There are no alternative names or main peaks listed for this spot. No information is available about the history of the spot, famous surfers, or how to reach the location. Parking details are not provided. Always follow local regulations and respect the environment when visiting Chacocente. Check out the good surf at Chacocente in the next 7 days, the webcams, the full forecast report, or see the spot on the surf map.
Tides play a role in determining wave quality at many surf spots, but some locations like Chacocente remain consistent regardless of tidal changes. In these spots, the depth of the water over the seabed stays relatively stable, meaning the waves break in a similar way throughout the tidal cycle. Whether it's high, medium, or low tide, the wave conditions at these spots are largely unaffected, offering consistent surf sessions at any time of day.
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There are 28 surf spots within a range of 100 km from Chacocente. Use this section to find alternative spots that may be less crowded, better suited for your surfing skills, or offer a better forecast report for the next 7 days. Each spot includes detailed surf reports, forecast updates, and webcam views to help you plan. Whether you're seeking less crowded alternatives or simply exploring a region, the list of nearby surf spots is an essential tool.
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