Pichilemu Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Pichilemu Surf Guide
The wide sand bay arcs out and away from the town, forming what looks like the longest left pointbreak in this universe and the next. On closer inspection, however, the wave in Pichilemu is fatally flawed. Sure, there are some stunning, racy sections (especially up towards the top of the point at low tide), but in general, the sand is haphazard and the channel super deep. It's the world's longest rolling mushburger. Surfing Pichilemu has been compared with snowboarding, where it's all open face, slopey carving and very little drive; the whitewater just gathers steam behind you, not allowing for any sort of fancy rebound action. In short, it can be a very frustrating wave. That said, it does have advantages: it's right in town, for those who don't have a car and aren't up for Lobos; and it's perfect for learning (when small) as it is so mushy.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Super beginner to bored advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Sometimes teenagers have something to prove, but it's generally nothing too heavy.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
After school can get kinda gnarly, but dawn patrols are empty
Spot Rating
Fun
A pretty average wave even when it gets big.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Not bad on the average day, tougher when there is significant swell in the water.
Water Quality
Fair
Not bad, can get dirty when it rains.
Hazards
Boredom.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish
Access
Park right at the tip of the point
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
March
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