Playa Resaca

Playa Resaca is a bay-style kitesurfing spot on Puerto Rico's north coast, characterized by a protected inlet flanked by rocky, vegetated headlands. The bay opens to the northeast, with a narrow entrance that provides some shelter while allowing ocean swell penetration. The spot features rough-chop water conditions typical of exposed coastal areas, with average waves of 1.25m and moderate wind reliability at 55.3%. Best conditions occur with northwesterly to northerly winds (310-350°) that blow side-shore across the bay mouth, providing safe kite control parallel to the coast. The spot suits intermediate riders comfortable with chop and variable wind through the bay entrance. Key considerations include the rocky hazards framing the bay, strong currents that may develop through the narrow opening during tide changes, and the short fetch distance limiting wave development. The 12.4-knot average wind requires consistent pressure to maintain enough power for most conditions. Thermal afternoon wind development is typical for this location.