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Surf spot guide · North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
Motones offers fun, punchy reef waves on Puerto Rico's north coast with consistent winter swells.
Motones is a reef break located just west of Isabela, known for its reliable lefts and rights over a shallow reef. The spot works best with north to northwest swells, delivering punchy, fast waves that can get hollow on good days. Winter months see the most consistent surf, while summer is typically smaller. The reef is sharp and shallow, so caution is advised, especially on lower tides. Crowds are moderate but can increase on weekends and during prime swell windows. Access is fairly straightforward, but parking is limited near the spot.
Punchy lefts and rights over reef so shallow the tide writes your line.
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+9 MORE →Motones can get busy on weekends and during prime swells, but weekday mornings are often less crowded.
Local and respectful
Arrive early to beat crowds
Bring booties for reef protection
Respect the locals and the lineup
Check surf forecasts for swell direction
Avoid surfing alone on big days
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Motones can get busy on weekends and during prime swells, but weekday mornings are often less crowded.
Local and respectful
Limited parking along the road, then a brief walk down a sandy path to the beach.
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