El Anclote
Nayarit · Mexico
Mellow reef in a baygood for beginnersboard rental nearby
Very soft long waves inside Banderas Bay — perfect for longboard and SUP. Best wind — N/NE.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Mellow reef in a bay |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners |
| Beach faces | south |
| Working swell | from south — west |
| Coordinates | 20.772, -105.513 |
FAQ
Is El Anclote good for beginners?
Yes, El Anclote works for beginners. Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for El Anclote today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#nayarit/el-anclote. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
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