Ponta do Queimado

📍 Local Knowledge

Ponta do Queimado on Ilha Terceira in the Azores is an exposed left-hand reef break that usually has waves, with the best surf occurring in autumn and winter. It works best with north to north-northwest swells and offshore winds from the southeast, receiving a mix of groundswells and windswells. The break is rarely crowded, offering a quieter surf experience. Surfers should be cautious of reef hazards. The best month to surf Ponta do Queimado is September, when swell and wind conditions most consistently produce clean, rideable waves.