Best Surf Beaches in Isabela

Jobos is Isabela's iconic surf beach, offering a powerful right‑hand reef break off the rocks and a softer inside peak over sand. Intermediate surfers can test themselves on the outside while beginners ride the rolling inside section. The wave picks up almost any northern swell and can get hollow, drawing a large crowd and lively scene.

Middles Isabela is a versatile stretch of beach between Jobos and Shacks with several peaks breaking over sand and reef. It's one of the best competition sites on the island and hosts the annual Corona Pro Surf. While the western end can get powerful and hollow, the east side is more forgiving and popular with surf schools.

Shacks is regarded as one of Puerto Rico's most challenging reef breaks. When a NE swell arrives, the shallow coral reef produces fast, hollow waves that pitch over sharp coral heads—experts only. On calmer days it's a snorkeling paradise, but when it's pumping, only confident tube riders should paddle out.