KiteGlobePuclaro
Puclaro is a kiteboarding spot near La Serena, Cuarta Region in Chile, with flat-water lake conditions, best ridden year-round.
| Country | Chile |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | La Serena, Cuarta Region |
| Water type | Flat-water lake |
| Launch | Lake |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | year-round |
| Coordinates | -30.0059, -70.8197 |
About Puclaro
It's a fresh water reservoir. Flat to choppy water, depending on the wind strength. In the middle you can find wave of 1.6 m height, very nice to jump and to pass it over.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Puclaro?
The best time to kite Puclaro is year-round.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Puclaro offers flat-water lake conditions (Thermal wind), launching from lake.
How do I get to Puclaro?
To get to Gualliguaica, the closest village, you must head east from La Serena. Take the road called 'Ruta de las Estrellas' (Route 41), the same that leads to Vicuña. 52km into the road turn left and take the road that leads to Gualliguaica, at this point you will have seen the lake from the road. You can also fly to La Serena from Santiago or somewhere else. The airport is on the Route 41, from there you can catch a Bus that goes to Vicuña and then pick a Taxi to Gualliguaica. Once in Gualliguaica it's walking distance to the beach.
Hazards at Puclaro
Swimmers, Stones, None.
View Puclaro on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Puclaro?
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.