Orillazo (Punta Negra)
- Advanced riders
- Best for
- Expert
- Skill Level
- Chop
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Orillazo (Punta Negra) is a sandy-bottom right-hand beach break known for fast, powerful, ledgey surf. It typically starts working around 1.0–1.5 m and can hold up to 2 m+ (with notes that larger days may extend the ride length). Wave quality is generally described as good, with ledgey sections that suit surfers looking for speed and intensity over a short ride window.
- Fast, powerful, ledgey right-hand beach break
- Regularly works on west/southwest swells
- Often short rides (< 50 m), with longer sessions possible on good days
- Fast, powerful, ledgey right-hand beach break on a sandy bottom
- Works regularly with west to southwest swells and can hold up to 2 m+
- Weekdays are typically quieter
- Pollution risk in the water, especially after heavy rains/runoff
- Crowded weekends
- Powerful, fast, ledgey wave characteristics that demand experience
- Potential for strong currents during larger swells
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NW, W, WSW, S, E, NE
- Offshore directions
- E, NE, SE, NNE
- Wind Range
- 10–18 kts
- Wind Type
- Sea breeze — Afternoon sea-breeze influence in summer months.
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- October, November, December, January, February, March
- Thermal Window
- Sea breeze · Afternoon · Months: Jan, Feb, Mar · Dir: S, SSW, SSE, SW · Light sea breezes in the afternoon during summer months.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Reports range from working at 1.0–1.5 m up to 2 m+.
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Water is described as having chop.
- Launch
- Small — Sandy beach entry; access is via Punta Rocas/Punta Negra beach entry points.
Through the year
Quiet on weekdays; very crowded on summer weekends and during good swells.
Garúa (misty drizzle) is common from June to September.
By sport
What to expect for each.
A fast, right-hand beach break over a sandy bottom with ledgey, powerful sections. It starts working around 1.0–1.5 m and can hold up to 2 m+.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- W, SW
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Low, Mid — Best on low-to-mid tide; also described as working well on a rising mid-tide.
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Shelter level described as semi-sheltered by one provider; another describes exposure—conditions may vary with wind and swell.
- Wind Effect
- Works best with NW, W, SW, S, E, and NE winds; east winds can provide offshore grooming (as described).
- Bigger Swell
- Holds strong up to 2 m+ / 6 ft+, but can become very heavy and ledgey and may close out when too big.
- Wave Quality
- Good
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Fast, powerful, ledgey sections.
- Wave Shape
- Mixed — Provider descriptions vary: one notes mixed shape, another notes hollow sections.
- Peel Speed
- Fast
- Ride Length
- Short — Typically under 50 meters; can extend on good days.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–100 m
- Ride Length Details
- Short rides usually <50 m, with reports of 50–150 m on good days and occasional longer rides.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Orillazo (Punta Negra) in the full forecast view.
Orillazo (Punta Negra) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–10 ktsGusts 21 kts
- Direction
- SSW200°
- Strongest day
- Wed, Oct 2810 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.2–2.0 m10s period
- Temperature
- 22–28 °C
Over the next 7 days, Orillazo (Punta Negra) is forecast for daytime winds of 3–10 kts, peaking around 10 kts on Wednesday, October 28 with gusts to 21 kts. The prevailing direction is SSW. Waves run 1.2–2.0 m with a period of about 10s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Pollution
- Strong rip currents possible during large swells
- Powerful shore break
- Rocks at the ends of the beach
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Spot-level notes indicate no formal rescue availability; regional context describes limited rescue with increased summer presence.
- Emergency Info
- Medical facilities available in Punta Negra or nearby San Bartolo. Emergency numbers: 105 for police and 116 for fire/medical.
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate — Moderate localism; respect the local lineup.
Rules of the spot
Follow standard surfing etiquette and respect the local lineup.
- Best for experienced surfers only due to fast, powerful, ledgey wave characteristics.
- Check water quality conditions before entering, especially after heavy rains/runoff.
- Weekends tend to be crowded; weekdays usually have fewer surfers.
- Works best on a rising mid-tide.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Lima
- Nearest Town
- Punta Negra
- Parking
- Parking availability near the Punta Rocas beach entrance is described, and also noted as limited near access (with more options in Punta Negra town).
- Access
- Take a car to the Punta Rocas beach area; enter via Punta Rocas beach access (also described as Punta Rocas or Punta Negra access points).
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Hostels and guest houses are available in Punta Negra and neighboring Punta Rocas.
- Food & Drink
- Local restaurants and small shops are within walking distance in the town.
- Equipment Rental:
- Available at surf shops in nearby Punta Rocas.
- Gear Repair
- Basic repairs available in Punta Rocas.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Orillazo (Punta Negra)?
The best overall months at Orillazo (Punta Negra) are April, May, June, July, August, October. The best wind months are October, November, December, January, February, March.
Which wind directions work at Orillazo (Punta Negra)?
Orillazo (Punta Negra) works with N, NW, W, WSW, S, E, NE winds. Offshore directions are E, NE, SE, NNE.
What skill level is Orillazo (Punta Negra) suitable for?
Orillazo (Punta Negra) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced to Expert.