Surfing in Cerritos Beach: Surf Camps, Playa Guide, and Town Guide
Introduction to Surfing Cerritos Beach
Cerritos Beach (Playa Los Cerritos) near Todos Santos is Baja’s premier beginner-friendly beachbreak with consistent sand-bottom peaks year-round. Located 1 hour north of Cabo San Lucas, the 15-minute drive from Todos Santos delivers warm Pacific swells perfect for progression.
Mexican-owned surf schools, taco stands, and palapa rentals create authentic Baja surf village atmosphere minutes from luxury resorts.
Best Season to Surf Cerritos
November to April (Winter NW swells): Bigger 4-8ft sets with glassy mornings perfect for intermediates.
May to October (Summer SW swells): Smaller 2-4ft waves ideal for beginners and longboarding.
Surf Spots and Beaches in Cerritos
Cerritos Beach (Main Beachbreak)
Cerritos delivers classic A-frame beachbreak rights and lefts over sand handling 2-6ft swells perfectly. North end stays mellow for beginners while south reef peak offers faster walls for progression.
Sandy bottom eliminates reef injuries, short paddle-out, warm water (22-26°C). Best mid-high tide.
Surf Camps and Lessons
Cerritos surf schools offer beachfront lessons, rentals, and multi-day packages steps from main peak.
Mexican-owned since 2019 specializing in private/small-group coaching using dynamic movement methodology. Beginner focus with board rentals, beach chairs, umbrellas. Daily beachfront operation.
Established 2008 offering private lessons ($85/person), group classes, surfaris, SUP/kayak. Cerritos Beach 9am-5pm daily with Pescadero surf shop. All equipment included.
Town and Area Guide
- Access: 15min south from Todos Santos via Hwy 19 (KM 64 turnoff). Beach parking free.
- Facilities: Palapa restaurants (fish tacos $4), board rentals ($25/day), beach chairs ($10).
- Nearby: Todos Santos galleries (15min), Cabo resorts/airport (1hr), La Paz (2hrs).
- Vibe: Relaxed Baja surfer village—busy weekends, empty weekdays.
Conclusion on Surfing Cerritos Beach
Cerritos delivers Baja’s perfect beginner-to-intermediate beachbreak progression with sandy safety and year-round consistency. Minutes from Todos Santos magic with authentic Mexican surf culture.
Get Stoked and Mario Surf School provide complete beachfront packages—Baja’s ultimate surf gateway.
FAQ: Surf Travel to Cerritos Beach
Beginner-friendly?
Perfect—sandy bottom, waist-chest high peaks, multiple schools, long forgiving rides.
Cabo Airport to Cerritos?
1hr taxi ($80) or rental car via Hwy 19/Todos Santos. Schools offer pickup.
Crowds level?
Busy winter weekends (30+), mellow weekdays. North end quieter.
Lesson prices?
Private $85/person (Mario). Groups $50-60. Multi-day packages available.
Gear requirements?
Boardshorts/speedo year-round (22°C+ water). Soft-tops everywhere. Sunscreen essential.
Are there other places to surf in Mexico?
Definetely. Mexico has a large coastline and many places to surf. Check out our guide to the country and places with good surf camps or lessons in our Surfing in Mexico Travel Guide.