Good to know
Good to Know
- La Puntilla hosts surf competitions in October and December.
- Although the water during the summer time very cold, the beaches are packed with tourists and young people in search of a good time.
- Punta de Lobos lies 6 kilometers south and requires a dirt road approach; the central beaches (La Puntilla, Infiernillo, Playa Hermosa) are within the town or easily walkable.
- Near Pichilemu, there are other beaches like Infernillo, Punta de Lobos and La Puntilla, ideal for aquatic activities like surf, windsurf and funboard.
Beaches
La Puntilla (Playa Principal/Terrazas)
- Location
- Town center, adjacent to Ross Park
- Character
- family/beginner-friendly/full-service
- Description
- La Puntilla is the most accessible and beginner-friendly wave in Pichilemu, sitting just below the town's main promenade. Located at the front of the Park Ross, is a very extensive beach, completely equipped with restrooms, showers, dressing rooms and parking for vehicles. It is ideal for swimming lovers and surfers alike. An ideal place for beginners in surfing, this beach resort has bathrooms, showers, and parking for vehicles, and is also close to a row of food trucks and restaurants.
Infiernillo
- Location
- South of town center, between La Puntilla and Punta de Lobos
- Character
- intermediate-surfing/viewing/not for swimming
- Description
- Recommended for more experienced surfers, El Infiernillo is a rocky point where a very hard left and tubular wave runs, not as long as in La Puntilla but much more intense. Here it is possible to be surf when the wave has a minimum of two meters of height (with less size the wave does not break or breaks to close to the rocks) and up to four meter waves are common. While not suitable for swimming, it's a lovely spot to unwind and appreciate the ability to park without exorbitant fees.
Playa Hermosa
- Location
- Town area
- Character
- family/quiet
- Description
- It offers a clean and tidy environment with a tranquil atmosphere, making it perfect for families. You have a full-service beach, where you can have a hot coffee or a bite to eat on the go. There are benches where you can sit and watch the sunsets.
Punta De Lobos
- Location
- 6 kilometers south of town (outside 10-minute proximity filter)
- Character
- advanced-surfing/viewing
- Description
- Punta de Lobos, one of the most well-known spots for surfing due to its enormous waves, which can reach 6 meters or even more. Declared a World Surf Reserve, this beach is a paradise for board lovers. Nevertheless, Punta de Lobos has areas for swimming in a relaxed manner amidst a wonderful ecosystem where sea lions and a variety of birds inhabit. The water is cool all year-round, and many tourists choose to swim at the shore break during the summer months.
Overview
Pichilemu has many expansive dark sand beaches. Its main attraction is its world-class waves, especially in Punta de Lobos, declared a World Surfing Reserve, though the area is suited to multiple user types.
Practical Notes
- Best Season
- The best time to travel to Pichilemu, Chile, is from December to February, with average air temperatures around 68°F (20°C) and water temperatures near 59°F (15°C).
- Water Conditions
- The water is cool all year-round, and many tourists choose to swim at the shore break during the summer months. Summertime is mild here, winter is cool and the water is always cold, but you'll find surfers here year round.
Air Temp Summer
- Celsius
- 20
- Fahrenheit
- 68
Water Temp Summer
- Celsius
- 15
- Fahrenheit
- 59
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