Bakio

Bizkaia · Spain

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Bakio is a town beach of about one kilometre, the longest in Bizkaia, open to the sea and one of the places where Basque surfing grew up. Because it is so exposed, it picks up swell most of the year and is one of the best options in the area during summer. Peaks in both directions break along the beach on sand, with some rock. At the eastern end, by the cliffs, Peña Roja is a faster, hollow right that holds more size and suits advanced surfers.

Level
Beginners
Break
Beach break, sand
Waves
Lefts and rights
Crowd
Crowded
Season
autumn, winter, spring, summer
Boards
Any board; a shortboard or step-up for Peña Roja.

When it works

✓ A north to north-west swell with wind from the south, south-east or north-east, best around mid tide.

When it doesn't

✕ A strong north-west onshore wind, or a very big swell that closes out the beach.

Watch out for

  • rips
  • crowds

Best months

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Local tips

Its consistency and easy access bring crowds, so spread out along the beach. Leave Peña Roja to experienced surfers on the bigger days. When Mundaka is flat, Bakio is usually the next place to check.

Getting there

The beach runs along the town's promenade, with parking, surf schools and plenty of places to eat. San Juan de Gaztelugatxe is a short drive away.

History

One year the final of the Mundaka world tour contest was moved to Bakio because Mundaka lacked power, and Andy Irons won it, according to a user report on Wannasurf.

Travel notes

How often it works
Wannasurf rates it regular and calls it a regional classic for all levels.
Crowd and vibe
Few surfers are out on weekdays, but it is crowded at weekends. Wannasurf asks visitors to respect the locals, and users describe them as friendly.
Facilities
The village has good restaurants and cheap tapas. The beach has lifeguards in season and offers assisted bathing for people with limited mobility.
Water quality
The Basque Government's 2026 rating is excellent. We could not confirm Blue Flag status or any official note on run-off after rain.

Ideal conditions

Swell
WNW–N best, W–NNE works
Size
1–2.5 m offshore swell; starts at 0.6 m, holds to 3 m
Period
7 s minimum, best from 11 s
Wind
Offshore SE–SSW; handles onshore up to 15 km/h
Tide
mid best
Faces
NNW (336°)

Live cam

No cam at this spot yet: the forecast and the guide are on the map.

In the guides

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