Los Vilos

Los Vilos is a small coastal beach break located on Chile's central Pacific coast, featuring a north-facing sandy beach with residential development inland. The spot is characterized by a gentle beach break with moderate protection from the curved pier structure on the left side, though this same structure creates hazards and potential current complications. The beach faces approximately north-northeast toward the open Pacific, making east and southeast winds ideal side-shore conditions. Wave heights average around 2 meters with rough water conditions typical of exposed Pacific coastlines. The spot works best during consistent southern hemisphere winter swells with moderate wind support. Due to limited fetch and moderate wave heights, this location suits beginner to early intermediate kiters seeking smaller, more manageable conditions. The proximity of residential areas and the pier structure limit riding space and require awareness of obstacles. Water temperatures around 15.5°C necessitate wetsuits year-round. Wind reliability is notably low at 0.1%, indicating this spot requires careful weather monitoring and may not be consistently rideable.