La Portada
La Portada is a quality reef break near the famous natural arch rock formation.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (235°)
- Direction range
- 210° - 280°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (100°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 140°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.4m
- Danger below
- 0.3m
Water temp
16°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: North of Antofagasta near famous arch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at La Portada?
La Portada works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.5m and 1.4m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window. Below 0.3m it gets dangerously shallow.
What wind direction is offshore at La Portada?
Offshore wind at La Portada blows from the E (100°). Anything in the 60° to 140° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at La Portada?
La Portada wants SW swell (210° to 280°) between 1.2m and 3m, with a period of 16s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf La Portada?
The main season at La Portada is Apr-Sep. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. Needs solid swell. Best autumn to spring.
How do I get to La Portada?
Fly into ANF, then allow about 25 minutes by road. North of Antofagasta near famous arch.
What kind of wave is La Portada?
La Portada is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Needs solid swell. Best autumn to spring.