South America, Chile
A left-handed point break on the coast of South America.
| Wave height | 11.2 ft (10-12 ft) |
| Swell period | 12 sec |
| Swell direction | 230° |
| Wind | SE cross/onshore 4.5 kt |
| Tide | low |
| Surf score | 58 / 100 |
Pichilemu Punta de Lobos is a left-handed point break on the coast of O'Higgins, South America, Chile. On the right day, the ideal swell window runs from S–SW (180–220°); groundswell with periods around 10–17s gives it the most shape; the wave is comfortably workable up to roughly 12 ft on the face. Best winds are E or NE, with SE or N still rideable. Tide influences the wave moderately, so timing the swing helps line up the better sets. The sweet spot in our data sits between roughly 0.4 m and 1.6 m of tide height. Consistency is moderate - good days come in pulses tied to incoming swells. Expect cold water that demands a thick wetsuit, boots, and a hood when winter rolls in. Crowds stay manageable outside peak swells. Logistically, it is roughly 3.3 hours from SCL airport. It rewards strong, confident surfers and is not the right place for a first session of the trip - paddle fitness and wave-reading both matter. Board-wise, locals lean on step-up.
The best window is typically Mar–Sep, when swells from S–SW (180–220°) are most consistent.
In our data the spot is workable up to roughly 12 ft on the face on the right swell and wind, beyond which it usually becomes unmanageable or closes out.
Not really - it suits advanced surfers and is not the place to learn.