Totoralillo El Pipe
El Pipe is the hollow left section at Totoralillo, nicknamed after Pipeline for its barrel potential. When SSW swells hit, this section produces the best tubes in the complex.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (202°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 225°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 70° - 110°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
15°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Part of Totoralillo complex.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Totoralillo El Pipe?
The Totoralillo El Pipe profile favors mid to high tide, ideally between 0.4m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Totoralillo El Pipe?
The Totoralillo El Pipe profile uses wind from E (90°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 70° to 110°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Totoralillo El Pipe?
The Totoralillo El Pipe scoring profile favors swell from SSW (180° to 225°), a swell-height range of 1.2m to 2.4m, and a reference period of 16s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Totoralillo El Pipe?
The main season at Totoralillo El Pipe is Apr-Sep. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. Hollow section at Totoralillo.
How do I get to Totoralillo El Pipe?
The spot profile lists LSC as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 35 minutes. Part of Totoralillo complex.
What kind of wave is Totoralillo El Pipe?
Totoralillo El Pipe is a point break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Hollow section at Totoralillo.
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