Lanzarote, Spain

Caleta de caballo

Caleta de Caballo consists of two reef breaks over lava with markedly different temperaments. The left-hander is a longer, approachable wave at mid-tide suited to intermediate surfers, offering adequate water depth and manageable walls. The right is considerably more demanding—a fast, hollow break near rocks that forms at low tide and requires advanced…

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Caleta de Caballo consists of two reef breaks over lava with markedly different temperaments. The left-hander is a longer, approachable wave at mid-tide suited to intermediate surfers, offering adequate water depth and manageable walls. The right is considerably more demanding—a fast, hollow break near rocks that forms at low tide and requires advanced skill plus comfort with genuine hazard. Both require north-northwest groundswell and south offshore winds; the spot sees consistent flat spells during summer.

Caleta de Caballo carries the local nickname "Ghost Town," alluding to both its remote location between La Santa and Famara on the northwest coast and the scarcity of other surfers in the water. Difficult beach access and specific tidal requirements naturally limit crowds, a quality that appeals to experienced surfers seeking solitude. Unlike the territorial character of nearby La Santa, the break remains uncrowded due to remoteness rather than localism.

The setting is a quiet cove with white sand beach and small caves, situated in a rustic area with minimal development. Actual access routes from nearby towns are not extensively documented, though Famara serves as the primary reference point for surfers attempting to reach the spot.

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29.1180°N, 13.6381°WView on OpenStreetMap ↗