La Herradura
La Herradura is Lima's premier pointbreak—a long left-hander that breaks in a horseshoe-shaped bay in the Chorrillos district. When solid South swells hit, the wave connects through three distinct hollow sections, offering rides of several hundred meters. It's one of the few quality waves accessible from Peru's capital city, though it needs significant swell size to wake up. The setting is urban but the wave is world-class, and Lima's surf culture was largely born here.
La Herradura surf forecast
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Direction range
- 175° - 225°
- Size range
- 1.8m - 3.7m
- Ideal size
- 2.7m - 3.2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 17s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNW (337°)
- Offshore range
- 292° - 22°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Beach/paddle
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at La Herradura?
The La Herradura profile favors low tide. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at La Herradura?
The La Herradura profile uses wind from NNW (337°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 292° to 22°. 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 La Herradura?
The La Herradura scoring profile favors swell from SSW (175° to 225°), a swell-height range of 1.8m to 3.7m, and a reference period of 17s. 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 La Herradura?
The main season at La Herradura is May-Sep. A secondary window runs Apr, Oct. Winter (May-Sep)
How do I get to La Herradura?
The spot profile lists LIM as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 30 minutes. Beach/paddle
What kind of wave is La Herradura?
La Herradura is a point break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: May-Sep
Secondary: Apr, Oct
Winter (May-Sep)
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