It was our first time to get there. The 4 hour journey through the Sierra Madres was like being in a fairy tale.. When we got to Baler I saw The longest beach break i have ever seen! The waves weren't that big only 4-5 footers.. Just pick a spot where you wanna surf! All in all the 9-10hour drive going there was worth it! I would recommend that you try it ;) Hope I could get back there next season!