Playa Loreto is a beach located approximately 12 kilometers south of the city of Caldera in the Copiapó Province of Chile's Atacama region. It is accessed via Route C-354, with a specific turnoff to the beach located about 1 kilometer south of the intersection of routes C-314 and C-354. The beach serves as a popular recreational area and is a known venue for organized paddlesports events, including SUP (stand-up paddleboarding) races on a 2-kilometer circuit and kayak activities. For paddlers launching from shore, the beach provides direct access to the Pacific Ocean. The area is characterized by its coastal desert environment. A significant nearby feature is Punta Ester, an artificial peninsula located within the Playa Loreto area, which includes a pedestrian walkway and a pier. This point and the surrounding waters are likely destinations for paddlers exploring from the beach launch. The region is part of a coastal paleontological route, with significant fossil sites nearby, such as Los Dedos, which may be of interest as a sight from the water or as part of a longer coastal itinerary. The beach is situated near other notable coastal destinations, including the famed Bahía Inglesa, approximately 1 kilometer to the south, which is known for its white sand and clear, emerald-colored waters. Paddlers could consider a trip from Playa Loreto south to explore the coves and rock formations of Bahía Inglesa. The area offers basic tourist amenities, with vendors at Punta Ester noted for selling live scallops, and restaurants in the vicinity.