Playa Piqueros is a beach within Chile's Pan de Azúcar National Park in the Atacama region. It is characterized by its white sand and clear, turquoise waters, situated within a desert coastal landscape. The beach offers direct shore access for launching kayaks, SUPs, and other paddlecraft. On-site facilities include a CONAF-administered campground and cabins, providing basic amenities for visitors. The overall vibe is tranquil, suitable for paddling and other non-motorized water activities. The primary and most significant paddling destination from this beach is Isla Pan de Azúcar, a protected natural sanctuary located approximately 2.25 kilometers offshore. The island is home to one of Chile's most important colonies of Humboldt penguins, along with sea lions, pelicans, cormorans, and the marine otter known as chungungo. Due to its critical ecological importance, landing on the island is strictly prohibited to protect the fragile ecosystem; however, paddlers can tour around its rocky coastline by boat to observe the wildlife. The waters are noted for being nutrient-rich, which attracts diverse marine life. The beach faces the open Pacific Ocean, which can generate swell and wind conditions typical of an exposed coastline. Water temperatures are generally cool, with an example condition noting 17°C, suggesting a wetsuit is often necessary. The park's unique geography is shaped by the coastal camanchaca fog, which supports a singular vegetation in the arid desert, creating a stark contrast between ocean and desert landscapes visible from the water.