Name:

Mexicos, Cornwall

Beach description:

Mexicos is one of 3 breaks in the stunning St Ives Bay. It’s named after a pub of the same name that used to be there, but is no more. Situated between Hayle Towans and Upton Towans, the beach is backed by enormous sand dunes, known as ‘towans’. The walk back up the sand dunes from beach to carpark can be a killer, so be sure to take the right kit down to the beach with you, or you’ll be swearing! The Bluff will work on anything from W to NE. NW is onshore. Pure W is gusty.

Beach Access

Mexicos can be a pain to find. I drove past the entrance 3 times before I finally located it. Parking is paid via a machine, on the dirt track on the way in.

Code of Conduct

Wind Direction

North, North-East, West, North-West

Water Type

Mexicos is a wave venue, providing relatively clean sets. However for you twin tip riders, the intervals between waves can be glassy, providing excellent boosting potential. If flat water is your thing, The Bluff might be a better choice. Mexicos will work at any tide state.

Hazards

Stay at least 100m from boats Tourists / other beach users