1.700 Miles South

A group of friends from Boston and New York City embarked on a surf trip to "the rock" before summer, seeking waves. While winter typically brings the largest swells, they still experienced several strong days. On smaller wave days, they found opportunities to hike to waterfalls, explore the local food scene, and connect with interesting people. Rincon offers a vibrant atmosphere, and when the surf is on, it transforms into a great destination.

Generally, a small beach they discovered offered a reprieve from the crowds. Even on a few occasions when the lineup was full, there were still enough waves for everyone, making it their preferred surf spot. Reaching the break required driving about a mile down a dirt road, which added to the adventure. The landscape is awesome, and encountering sea turtles in the lineup is a great experience.

Their most significant surf days were the last ones. From a filmmaking perspective, swimming out with camera equipment there was a considerable challenge, and they encountered several waves overhead. The break's name comes from its proximity to an old nuclear facility. Tres Palmas is renowned for its large winter waves, but it did not break once during their visit, though there were many reefs to explore for diving.