La Pampilla is a consistent, all-level surf spot in Lima’s Miraflores district, offering right-breaking waves suitable for shortboards and longboards year-round.
Spot Characteristics
- Location: Miraflores District, along the Costa Verde.
- Type: Reef break with some boulder and sand.
- Wave Direction: Primarily right-breaking waves.
- Wave Quality: Consistent, rippable waves suitable for a variety of board sizes and experience levels.
- Tides: Works at all tides.
- Consistency: Very consistent, making it a reliable spot.
Suitable For
- All Levels: From newbies to veterans, shortboards to longboards.
- Night Surfing: Lights were installed in 2017, enabling night surfing.
Considerations
- Crowds: Can get crowded when working well.
- Pollution: Water and shore contamination is a frequent issue due to poor waste management from nearby districts.
- Rocks: The bottom can be rocky and dangerous, requiring caution.
- Location: Located near other popular spots like Makaha and Waikiki, and more challenging breaks like Punta Roquitas can be found to the north.
Spot Characteristics
- Location: Miraflores District, along the Costa Verde.
- Type: Reef break with some boulder and sand.
- Wave Direction: Primarily right-breaking waves.
- Wave Quality: Consistent, rippable waves suitable for a variety of board sizes and experience levels.
- Tides: Works at all tides.
- Consistency: Very consistent, making it a reliable spot.
Suitable For
- All Levels: From newbies to veterans, shortboards to longboards.
- Night Surfing: Lights were installed in 2017, enabling night surfing.