Los Palos
Los Palos is Peru's southernmost quality surf spot - a remote left point in the desert just north of the Chilean border. Complete isolation and consistent waves reward the adventurous.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (230°)
- Direction range
- 210° - 260°
- Size range
- 1m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.4m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 50° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
Water temp
15°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: Remote point near Chile border. 4WD recommended.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Best March-October. Remote desert point.
Getting There
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El Buey
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El Brazo
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Arenillas Negras
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El Gringo
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La Brava
🌊 Wild one • Arica reef • Less intense option