Surfing La Boca Concon: The Complete Guide

La Boca Concon is a reef break located in Concon, Chile, offering a left-hander along South America's vast coastline. La Boca is a well-known left-hand reef break at the river mouth in Concon.. Rated as advanced difficulty with moderately crowded conditions, this reef break is a worthy destination for surfers looking beyond the usual suspects.

Best Conditions

Swell Direction: The ideal swell direction is SW (230°), with workable conditions from SSW to W (200°–270°). Swells outside this window will either miss the break or produce disorganized waves.

Swell Size: La Boca Concon needs a minimum of 1m / 3ft to start working and handles swells up to 3m / 10ft before conditions deteriorate.

Swell Period: Look for a swell period of at least 12 seconds, with 16 seconds being the sweet spot. Longer periods deliver more organized, powerful waves with better shape.

Wind: True offshore here blows from the E (90°). The full offshore range spans NE to SE (50°–130°). Glassy conditions under 4km/h from any direction also produce excellent surf. Plan for early morning dawn patrol sessions.

Tide: This spot works best at low to mid tide. Optimal tide range is 0.5m–1.5m. Avoid surfing when the tide drops below 0.3m — it becomes dangerously shallow.

When to Go

Primary Season: The prime window at La Boca Concon runs April, May, June, July, August, September (Apr–Sep). This is when swell consistency and direction align most reliably with the break.

Secondary Season: A secondary window opens March, October (Mar–Oct). While not as consistent, patient surfers can still score quality sessions during this period.

Season Notes: Needs solid swell. Best autumn to spring.

Water Temperature: Expect water temperatures around 14°C / 57°F. A 4/3mm or 5/4mm wetsuit is essential, with boots and gloves for extended sessions.

Getting There

The nearest airport is SCL, approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes by road.

Access: Concon river mouth.

Hazards & Tips

Known Hazards:

🪸 Sharp reef — Shallow reef, booties recommended
🚫 Pollution — Water quality issues

River mouth can have pollution.

Safety Tips:

Wear reef booties to protect your feet from sharp coral and rock
Avoid surfing after heavy rain. Cover any open cuts before entering the water

Skill Level: This spot is rated advanced (6/10). Crowd Level: Typically moderately crowded (5/10).

Check the Live Forecast

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*Conditions data sourced from Strike Mission's verified spot database.*