Hookipa

This Chilean Pacific coastline features a northwest-facing open ocean break where continental terrain meets turbulent waters. The spot shows characteristic rough water conditions with visible current patterns and rocky coastal features interspersed with forested sections. The harsh water appearance suggests this is an exposed location receiving direct Pacific swell with significant fetch. Best conditions occur with northwest winds (315°) providing side-shore flow parallel to the northeast-southwest trending coastline. Wave heights average 1.91m with variable conditions. This intermediate-level spot demands experience reading rough water, navigating around rocky obstacles, and managing strong currents. Access appears limited by dense vegetation and rocky terrain. Wind reliability is low at 4.2%, making consistent sessions rare. Kiters should be comfortable in choppy conditions, have solid rescue skills, and understand local hazards before committing. Water temperatures around 14°C require appropriate thermal protection. This is not a beginner-friendly location due to environmental hazards and inconsistent wind.