Concon Dunes
Concon Dunes
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Sarai B
Concon, Chile5 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
I have lived in Chile a very long time and we have continually hiked the dunes, they are amazing, they are a wonder. Unfortunately, people keep dumping trash and partying on the dunes, there are no signs or laws enforcing cleaning up trash. The keep building on this beautiful space and it's a damn shame.
Written 3 March 2020
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Anna
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Jan 2024 • Family
We parked on a small street close to the shopping center on the other side of the avenue. Just cross it and you're already in the dunes, which are very high. The best thing to do is take off your shoes to go up. As it was summer, sunset happened at 9pm sharp. Arrive an hour and a half early to enjoy everything. Oh stunning!
Written 10 February 2024
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Robert N
Sparks, NV375 contributions
Mar 2022
If you want a really good workout, climb the dunes. Other than the fact that the dunes are unique, there really isn't much of an attraction. Not a developed or maintained recreation area. Rental of badly beat up sand surf boards is an option but don't expect to go surfing to the bottom. Good for a days fun in the sand without being on the beach.
Written 6 March 2022
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Reading, UK20 contributions
Apr 2017 • Solo
From Valparaiso Errazuriz street, orange/white buses 601,602,605 run to Concon via Vina del Mar ( libertad ) to the dunes & on to Concon town & beach. (1 usd) . The Dunes are between the coast road & a higher inland road & the buses use the 2 routes, (601 coast road) . The dunes are nicest on the coast side. where the sea breeze smooths the sand. From the inland road it would only take 30 mins to walk to the coast road. On the coast there is a little headland (with a big Concon sign) which has nice sea views. Here is the path up the dunes. BUT Best to go at busy times, eg. late afternoon (5pm) when locals come. If alone it might not be safe, 2 cops were posted to the headland to prevent crime there!
Concon beach has surfing, food , showers, trinket shops.
Concon beach has surfing, food , showers, trinket shops.
Written 5 May 2017
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Jon M
Saint Cloud, MN174 contributions
July 2016 • Family
We decided to climb to the top and check out view. It was well worth the workout. However once we arrived at the top my youngest daughter wanted to sand surf down the side of the hill. We ski at home in Minnesota, USA. During our winter it is on plenty of snow. So I walked back down to the bottom with her to rent a board. They rented them for 1,000 pesos an hour. One hour was enough to get her tired and dirty. I think she is still picking out sand in places it should not be on her body. Overall she had a blast and wants to do it again. For me it was the panoramic view that was worth the trip. The less fog the more you can see of course. If you take your time and go slow old people like me can make it!
Written 12 July 2016
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itsmetheresac
Los Angeles, CA70 contributions
Nov 2015 • Solo
Simply gorgeous! After seeing some pictures from a fellow hostel guest, I knew I had to see it for myself. I had a little trouble getting there (I took the 602 bus according to Google Maps, which is not the best choice), but it really was worth it. The dunes are so pretty it's almost not real. I went on a sunny day, which I recommend. :)
The sand gets hot, so bring shoes to wear...boots that come up your leg are even better. Sand boarding is available, although I didn't do it. Sunglasses and even a scarf to cover up your head are a good idea, it gets windy and sand will get all in your hair and eyes if you're not careful.
To get here by public transit: take the 602 bus from Valparaiso. Get off when you see the dunes to your left and the grocery store to your right.
The sand gets hot, so bring shoes to wear...boots that come up your leg are even better. Sand boarding is available, although I didn't do it. Sunglasses and even a scarf to cover up your head are a good idea, it gets windy and sand will get all in your hair and eyes if you're not careful.
To get here by public transit: take the 602 bus from Valparaiso. Get off when you see the dunes to your left and the grocery store to your right.
Written 16 November 2015
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Nha Trang, Vietnam748 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
I was renting an apartment nearby and these dunes are lovely. Really odd as they are in the middle of a built up area. I wouldn't go during the heat of the day but sunset is nice.
Written 24 February 2020
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Em
Sister Bay, WI48 contributions
July 2018 • Family
Interesting, but a simple drive- by is enough unless you are an adventure-seeker who wants to "sled" or surf down the dunes.
Written 24 July 2018
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gacelle
Buenos Aires, Argentina100 contributions
Apr 2017 • Family
2 grownups and 2 children enjoyed it thoroughly. Instead of 1 hr rental, they accepted to give us 2 boards for 1/2 hr. It was enough time; climbing the sand tires you off! It seems they are at the base of the dunes (opposite side of sea) during the afternoons. The shop is just the tailgate of an SUV.
Written 2 May 2017
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good_ants
Doha, Qatar655 contributions
Jan 2019 • Friends
Just north of Valpo & Vina del Mar, the dunes of Concon are worth a visit. You can simply walk up and take in the ocean/city views or you can rent a cheap "sandboard".
Free to visit, fairly steep, but soft sands and quite vast. Be warned: sand gets VERY HOT in summer months!
Free to visit, fairly steep, but soft sands and quite vast. Be warned: sand gets VERY HOT in summer months!
Written 12 February 2019
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Hola, se puede pasar caminando desde la roco oceánica a las dunas??
Written 7 May 2023
Gabriela, buenas tardes.
Claro que sÃ. Están muy cerca. Y es un bonito panorama de naturaleza en medio de la ciudad.
Written 8 May 2023
Beside the road to get into, it would be rare if you don't see them.
good luck ;)
Written 30 April 2019
Hello!
Would love to know if sand buggys or ATVs are allowed on the sand dunes!
Thanks!
Written 20 March 2017
HI,
Pretty sure, no.
I saw no motorized vehicles nor did I see any evidence (tracks in the sand or signs). I walked around the southern half and saw no rentals.
*Should have included in my review that I saw no public bathrooms
Make fun!
Written 26 March 2017
Nope. Lots of boards available. Show up, give them 1000 pesos and off you go.
Written 31 October 2016
Oi, visitarei as dunas em abril mas estarei com seis pessoas mais velhas (na faixa dos 70) mas todos bem e dispostos. A subida das dunas é muito cansativa? Gasta-se aproximadamente quanto tempo subindo?
Muito obrigada!
Written 10 February 2015
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