Punta de Choros
Punta de Choros is a remote left-hand point break near the Humboldt penguin reserve.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (215°)
- Direction range
- 185° - 255°
- Size range
- 1m - 3.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.1m - 2.9m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (85°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 125°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.6m
Water temp
15°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Near Humboldt penguin reserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Punta de Choros?
Punta de Choros is a point break in La Serena, Chile, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Punta de Choros?
Punta de Choros picks up swell from the S round to the WSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. It starts working at around 1m and handles up to about 3.5m, with the sweet spot around 2.1 to 2.9m. Period matters too: aim for 16s or longer, as anything under 12s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Punta de Choros?
An E wind is dead offshore at Punta de Choros, and anything from the NE round to the SE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Punta de Choros?
Punta de Choros is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.4m to 1.6m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Punta de Choros?
The most reliable run of swell at Punta de Choros comes Apr to Sep. There's a second window in Mar and Oct too. Needs solid swell. Winter/spring best.
How cold is the water at Punta de Choros?
The water at Punta de Choros averages around 15°C, so you'll want a 4/3mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Punta de Choros good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Remote location. Rocky coastline.
How do I get to Punta de Choros?
The nearest airport on our list is LSC, then it's roughly a 1.5-hour drive. Near Humboldt penguin reserve.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Needs solid swell. Winter/spring best.
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