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Punta del Diablo is a great surf spot. Depending on conditions, both Playa Rivero and La Viuda offer great waves. If neither of those are hitting, Santa Tereza has some consistent point breaks - including La Moza, Uruguay's longest right break.
North of town; it's possible to walk along the beach to the biological reserve.
From the biological reserve to the Fort of Santa Teresa, an historic fort, it is about 1 hr away by car.
To the south there is a nice walk to the lighthouse (faro) along the beach.