Punta Cono

Punta Cono is a right-hand point break where northwest swell wraps into a sheltered bay, producing long, peeling waves across an exposed reef structure. The break responds best to northwest to westerly winter swell paired with northeast offshore wind, with January offering the most reliable conditions. It handles significant size and power during major winter swells, and the consistent reef draws make it a natural fit for advanced surfers with experience in powerful, lined-up breaks.

The spot was first surfed in August 1971 by members of the San Onofre Surfing Club during a Baja expedition. Indigenous surfers Cesar and David Ramirez were among the early locals who established regular use of the area. The break remained relatively isolated from mainstream attention until the mid-2000s, when SURFER magazine published features on the region following visits by Josh Mulcoy and his father Bill.

Punta Cono sits as the northernmost of the Seven Sisters breaks in central Baja, accessed via Santa Rosalita to the south. From town, a rough road heads north roughly half a mile before branching into dune areas; high-clearance or four-wheel-drive vehicles are strongly recommended. The alternate approach from El Rosario involves at least two days of arduous driving, and no services, fuel, or food exist near the break itself. Surfers must arrive completely self-contained with water, fuel, and provisions; locals have occasionally permitted camping for a nominal fee.