Chepica
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La Chepica is one of Chile's best beach breaks. It can handle big swells. When it's big, it's hard to paddle out. When the sandbars are right, you can get some long rides.
Atmosphere:
Very nice locals.
Additional Info:
This spot never fails. It has something to surf when all the other spots in the Litoral Central aren't working. Sometimes hollow.
Location
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From Santiago, take a bus to El Tabo. This beach is in the center area of El Tabo.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Sandbar |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy with rock |
| Power | Fast, Ordinary, Fun |
| Frequency | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Very Long (300 to 500m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | West |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | West |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 3ft+ |
| Tide | All tides |
| Tide movement | Rising and falling tides |
Crowd
| Week | Empty |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Ultra crowded |
Dangers
Rips / undertow, Rocks, Pollution
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Isla Negra
1.20 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
La cruz
1.65 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
La Castilla-El Tabo
1.81 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |