El Faro Surf Spot Surf Report and Surf forecast

Commonly called “Chicama’s Big Brother,” Pacasmayo is a phenomenon unto itself. It is among the longest waves in the world with longer than 1.5 mile rides on the best days. With the combination of wind and the movement of water wrapping the point, the current can be very strong. For this reason, plus, the sheer length of the point, the use of Zodiac boats as a surf lift has become popular. When the waves become bigger than double-overhead, it can be very difficult to get to the top of the point without the lift.

Primarily, El Faro is a fast down-the-line wave with wall sections and shoulders. Sometimes there are barrels to be had on the outer take-off zone, at the top of the point. Depending upon the direction and tide, the wave gets more More...