Overview
Pampilla, also known as La Pampilla, is a beachbreak that peels both left and right over a boulder bottom. The peaks tend to shift around, and on small days it looks much like neighbouring Punta Roquitas, but larger swells firm up a better right-hander with rolling faces and easy shoulders.
When It Works
It draws swell from south to southwest, with southwest (SW) the best direction. Pampilla stays consistent and is usable from 0.9 m / 3 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft.
Wind and Tide
Look for northeast (NE) offshore wind. The break works across low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call. Small swells want low tide to break well, while bigger swells hold up on a higher tide, though the paddle and duck-diving back out can become a chore once the surf picks up.
Local Tips
The mellow, forgiving shoulders make this a beginner-friendly wave and a longtime favourite with the longboard crew. Expect a busy lineup when it's on, and if you want more room the adjacent beaches at Tres Picos usually have more waves. Every February or March the spot hosts the Jose Duany Cup, the longest-running surf contest in Peru.
