Pagudpud: Hidden surfing haven up North
Manila Bulletin|May 11, 2021
When the dry season comes, more and more people are getting antsy. Partly because of the overstaying COVID-19 pandemic but mainly due to the hot climate.
AHIKAM PASION
Pagudpud: Hidden surfing haven up North

Maybe you haven’t heard of this, but for some, the dry season heralds the beginning of a season of adventure and fun in the seas. Surfers begin flocking beaches and ride the waters as it begins to swell.

But somewhere, deep in the northernmost edge of Luzon, lies a gem for surfers of all levels searching for a peaceful yet intense experience – the bliss of getting kegged by roaring waves.

More than 500 kilometers from Metro Manila, and a ten hour-long ride, the serene beaches of Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte welcome you with its crystal-clear water, fresh breeze, and white sands. Moving towards the deeper part of the municipality lies Barangays Balaoi and Saud – home to the famous Blue Lagoon, and Saud Beach, respectively.

Pagudpud, while technically hidden, has its own share of surfing history. In fact, Mike Oida, a professional surfer who now lives in Palawan, used to surf around the beaches of Pagudpud, across a resort he owns. While at it, he also taught several locals the art of surfing, and enjoyed crashing the waves with them.

With Oida gone, locals are now taking his hobby of training interested surfers.

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