About This Spot
La Rinconada, Chile is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Chile.
Situated in South America, the spot offers Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With S winds, peaking from January to December, La Rinconada, Chile delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
If you want to go to a 100% secure site, this is the spot. On summer the wind is onshore all the time, everyday. Its day range starts from 6-8 kts at 11:00 a.m. picking up to 20-25 kts at midday (2-3 p.m.) which lasts for about 3-4 hours, and decreases from 6-8 p.m. The summer season, which is the best, goes from mid October to April with a day range is from 11am to 8pm and a peak between 2-3pm. Off season is possible but you take your chances, maybe one day out of four.
When to Go
In winter a wetsuit is a must, day temperatures go from 16-20°C, on summer it gets warmer, 24-32°C and short wetsuits can be used. Water 16-18°C.
What to Expect
Cool clear water, choppy, no waves.
Wind & Conditions
S
Best wind direction
If you want to go to a 100% secure site, this is the spot. On summer the wind is onshore all the time, everyday. Its day range starts from 6-8 kts at 11:00 a.m. picking up to 20-25 kts at midday (2-3 p.m.) which lasts for about 3-4 hours, and decreases from 6-8 p.m. The summer season, which is the best, goes from mid October to April with a day range is from 11am to 8pm and a peak between 2-3pm. Off season is possible but you take your chances, maybe one day out of four.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Cool clear water, choppy, no waves.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
You have to take a 2 hour flight or a 20 hour bus from Santiago to Antofagasta city. In Antofagasta you have to take a taxi to the Rinconada beach, the beach is very long (about 3 km) and has an East-West orientation, tell the taxi driver to leave you at the West point, at the natural reserve area. Over there you can prepare your camping and get ready to have a great time.
Location
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