Sunset sessions in Camalú

Camalú, Baja California

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Camalú can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 4 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.

Sunset

6:13 PM
Golden Hour: 5:13 PM – 6:13 PM

Day length: 11h 25m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:48 AM

First light: 6:18 AM

Sunset

6:13 PM

Last light: 6:43 PM

Data from Camalu · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:48 AM

Sunset

6:13 PM

Day Length

11h 25m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:49 AM

Sunset

6:12 PM

Day Length

11h 23m

Sun, Oct 18

Sunrise

6:50 AM

Sunset

6:11 PM

Day Length

11h 21m

Mon, Oct 19

Sunrise

6:50 AM

Sunset

6:10 PM

Day Length

11h 19m

Best sunset surf spots in Camalú

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Sunset session picks in Camalú

West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.

Camalu
point
advanced

Camalú is a farming town on Highway 1 in the San Quintín valley, with a rocky point on the coast nearby. It is a quieter stop than the better-known spots to the north.

Evening access

Reached from the town of Camalú. Supplies are available in town.

Punta San Jacinto, better known as Shipwrecks, is the right point south of Camalú with the rusting hull of a wrecked ship on the beach. It is a well-known camping stop on the Highway 1 route. The wreck is a hazard in the lineup, so know where it is before you paddle out.

Evening access

Dirt road access from Highway 1 near San Jacinto. Camping is informal.

Rincon De Baja
point
intermediate

Rincón de Baja is a sheltered point near Camalú. It does not break often, but its shape keeps it cleaner than the open beaches when the wind comes up.

Evening access

Access is informal and can change.

Roberts Left
reef
advanced

Robert's Left is a reef near Camalú, south of Colonet. It is mainly a winter wave, when west swell and a northeast wind line up. The rocks at the takeoff and exit need attention.

Evening access

Access is informal from the Camalú area and can change.

Sunset session tips

  • West-facing beaches for stunning sunset views
  • Often cleaner afternoon conditions
  • Golden hour photography opportunities
  • After-work session favorites

Surf Guides for Camalú

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Camalú

The best sunset sessions in Camalú are at Camalu, Punta San Jacinto (Shipwrecks — Baja Norte), Rincon De Baja. These spots offer stunning golden hour views while you ride.
Yes! Afternoon often brings cleaner conditions as morning onshore winds die down. Plus, the golden hour light and fewer crowds make for magical sessions.

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