Baterias
Baterias is a consistent left point break south of the main Lobitos wave, offering all-tide surfing with fewer crowds. Named after old military batteries, the wave provides a reliable alternative when other spots are too crowded or challenging.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- S (180°)
- Direction range
- 165° - 200°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Offshore range
- 90° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
20°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: South of main Lobitos point.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Baterias?
Baterias is a point break in Lobitos, Piura, Peru, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Baterias?
Baterias picks up swell from the SSE round to the SSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the S. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 1.2m and handles up to about 2.4m, with the sweet spot around 1.7 to 2.1m. 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 Baterias?
An ESE wind is dead offshore at Baterias, and anything from the E round to the SE keeps it clean. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Baterias?
Baterias has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Baterias?
The most reliable run of swell at Baterias comes Mar to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Feb too. Works on all tides. Consistent.
How cold is the water at Baterias?
The water at Baterias averages around 20°C, so you'll want a 3/2mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Baterias good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 5/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (4/10) when it's on. Rocky sections.
How do I get to Baterias?
The nearest airport on our list is PIU, then it's roughly a 1.5-hour drive. South of main Lobitos point.
What other surf spots are near Baterias?
The closest breaks we track are Panic Point (0.3 km), Lobitos - El Hueco (0.8 km) and Lobitos - La Frontera (1.1 km), handy when Baterias isn't working. We track 5 spots around Lobitos, Piura in total.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Works on all tides. Consistent.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Panic Point
😱 Lobitos heavy section • Hollow lefts • Expert territory
Lobitos - El Hueco
🕳️ The Hole • Shallow slab • Lobitos barrel
Lobitos - La Frontera
🔗 Connector wave • Links the points • Extended rides
Lobitos
🛢️ Desert point paradise • Multiple world-class lefts • Frontier living
Piscinas
🏊 Tide pool point • Beginner-friendly • Lobitos mellow option
Negritos Point
⛽ Oil town left • Empty lineup • Industrial backdrop