Renaca
Renaca is Vina del Mar's most popular surf beach.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WSW (240°)
- Direction range
- 225° - 280°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.5m - 2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (100°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 140°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
14°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
8/10
Access: Beach suburb of Vina del Mar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Renaca?
Renaca is a beach break in Vina del Mar, Chile, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Renaca?
Renaca picks up swell from the SW round to the W, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the WSW. It starts working at around 0.6m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.5 to 2m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s 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 Renaca?
An E wind is dead offshore at Renaca, and anything from the ENE 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 Renaca?
Renaca has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Renaca?
The most reliable run of swell at Renaca comes Mar to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Feb too. Year-round. Very crowded summer.
How cold is the water at Renaca?
The water at Renaca averages around 14°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 Renaca good for beginners?
Yes, it's one of the friendlier waves around, rated 3/10 for difficulty. It gets busy (crowd 8/10), so mind the pecking order. Very popular beach. Crowded summers.
How do I get to Renaca?
The nearest airport on our list is SCL, then it's roughly a 1.5-hour drive. Beach suburb of Vina del Mar.
What other surf spots are near Renaca?
The closest breaks we track are La Boca Concon (4.0 km), Ritoque (15 km) and Maitencillo (36 km), handy when Renaca isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Year-round. Very crowded summer.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
La Boca Concon
🏄 Concon classic • River mouth reef • Quality lefts
Ritoque
🌊 Long beach break • Multiple peaks • Room to spread out
Maitencillo
🏖️ Santiago escape • Beginner-friendly • Beach resort vibes
Punta Pite
💎 Exclusive reef left • Hollow barrels • Upscale setting
Matanzas La Boca
🌅 Morning right • Low tide • Before the wind
Roca Cuadrada
🪨 Square Rock • Big wave left • 30ft+ potential
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