Your Next Summer Surf Trip: San Juanico, Baja California Sur

It’s the summer of surfing! Set out on an unforgettable surfing adventure this summer in San Juanico, also known as Scorpion Bay. Located in the remote Comondú municipality of Baja California Sur, this iconic surf spot is home to some of the longest right point breaks in the world. Travelers will find a paradise full of waves and swells waiting to be explored.

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Travelers visiting San Juanico fly into Loreto International Airport, then can take a scenic drive north through Mulegé, along the Gulf of California. While traveling through Mulegé, take the opportunity to enjoy the destination’s slower way of life, palm-lined streets, colonial-era buildings, and beaches perfect for a relaxing swim or paddle.

Continue on the road toward San Juanico. This small, welcoming town lives on surf, sunshine and simplicity. Locals and tourists alike live by the rhythm of the tides and take any chance they can to catch a wave. Surfers of all levels are invited to experience the famously long right-hand point breaks offering rides that can stretch for hundreds of yards. Its consistent conditions and laidback vibes make it ideal for every skill level, from catching a first wave to mastering the craft.