Beaches in Puerto Rico
Coasts of Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico, the "Island of Enchantment," is a popular tourist destination known for its rich culture, vibrant history, and stunning beaches. With over 270 miles of coastline, Puerto Rico is home to an incredible variety of beaches, each with its own charm and personality.
The diversity of Puerto Rico's beaches is what makes them so remarkable. From urban beaches near San Juan to the virgin shores of the smaller islands, you'll find a beach here that suits your taste and preferences. Puerto Rico's beaches are divided into four main regions: the north coast, the east coast, the west coast, and the south coast.
The Diversity of the Beaches
What makes Puerto Rico's beaches so remarkable is their diversity. From the urban beaches near San Juan to the pristine shores of the smaller islands, you'll find a beach that suits your taste and preferences. Puerto Rico's beaches are divided into four main regions: the north coast, the east coast, the west coast, and the south coast.
- North Coast: Puerto Rico's north coast is known for its urban beaches and vibrant nightlife. Beaches like Ocean Park and Condado offer easy access to bars, restaurants, and cultural activities in San Juan.
- East Coast: The east coast is famous for its natural beauty and more tranquil beaches. Luquillo Beach and Seven Seas Beach are ideal destinations for families and nature lovers. El Yunque National Forest is also nearby and offers hiking opportunities.
- West Coast: The west coast is known for its relaxed atmosphere and beaches like Playa Boquerón, Playa Buyé, and Playa Sucia. It's a perfect place for those looking to escape the crowds and enjoy serenity.
- South Coast: The south coast is known for its quiet beaches and relaxed atmosphere such as Playa Coquí, Playa Cayo Matias, and Playa Polita's. They are perfect places to relax and enjoy nature.
Activities on the Beaches:
Puerto Rico's beaches offer a wide range of activities to enjoy. Some of the most popular include:
- Snorkeling and scuba diving: Puerto Rico's clear waters are ideal for exploring coral reefs and colorful marine life. Culebra and Vieques are popular diving destinations.
- Water sports: From surfing in Rincon to paddleboarding in Fajardo, Puerto Rico's beaches are ideal for water sports enthusiasts.
- Relaxation: If you're looking for peace and quiet, many beaches, such as Flamenco in Culebra, are perfect for relaxing under the sun and listening to the gentle waves.
Puerto Rico is the perfect getaway for millions of tourists from all over the world. It not only offers an incredible escape from the cold winter weather, but it also creates memories that will last a lifetime.
Whether you want to relax and soak up the sun, ride the waves, or explore the underwater world, the island has a perfect beach for your taste.
North Coast Beaches
Porta Atlántico
The north coast of Puerto Rico called "Porta Atlantico" faces the deep blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean with natural pools protected by limestone walls, some very shallow, perfect for families with young children. The north coast of Puerto Rico has beautiful beaches and very popular for a variety of water sports.
Arecibo
- Poza del Obispo Beach
- Cueva Del Indio Beach
- Caza y Pesca Beach
- El Muelle Beach (El Faro Beach)
- Caracoles Beach (La Poza de Don Guelo or Gasolina Beach)
Barceloneta
- Las Criollas Beach
- Puerto de las Vacas Beach
- La Boca Beach
Camuy
Carolina
Dorado
Hatillo
Loiza
Manatí
San Juan
Toa Baja
Vega Alta
Vega Baja
South Coast Beaches
Porto Caribe
The southern region of Puerto Rico known as Porta Caribe, consists of 11 villages that offer visitors remote beaches located in the calm waters of the Caribbean and marinas for boat trips. This area is a natural destination for outdoor recreation, such as water excursions, tourist visits and water activities such as surfing, snorkeling and diving.
Arroyo
- Punta Guilarte Beach "Vacation Center"
- Las Palmas Beach
Guayanilla
- Ventana Beach
- Emajagua Beach
- Tamarindo Beach
Patillas
- Guardarraya Beach
- Inches Beach
- Escondida Beach
- Villa Pesquera of Patillas Beach
- Punta Viento Beach
- Mala Pascua Beach
Ponce
- El Tuque Beach
- La Guancha Boardwalk
- Punta Salinera Beach
- Las Salinas Beach
- Cañas Beach
- Matilde Beach
- Chencha / El Tubo Beach
- Los Meros Beach
- Ponce Beach
- El Malecón Beach
- Ponce Yacht and Fishing Club "Club Náutico de Ponce"
- Hilton Beach
- Punta Cabuyón / Punta Cabullones Beach
- Vayas Beach
- Las Cucharas Beach
Offshore Ponce
- Gatas Island "Isla de Gatas"
- Isla del Frío
- Isla Morrillito
- Isla de Jueyes
- Isla de Ratones Beach
- Cardona Island
- Caja de Muertos Island
- Pelícan Beach
- Ensenadita Beach "Pocitas Beach"
- Larga Beach
- Guardia Costanera Beach "Blanca Beach"
- Chica Beach "Carrucho Beach"
Salinas
- Cayo Matias Beach
- Marine Beach - Marina de Salinas
- Polita’s Beach
- Salinas Beach
Santa Isabel
- Jauca Beach - Jauca Bay
- Clavellina Beach
East Coast Beaches
Porta Antillas
On the east coast of the Island, the Atlantic Ocean borders the north side. The Caribbean Sea extends partly along the east coast and on the south side the islands of Culebra and Vieques, where you will find the most beautiful white sand beaches of the Caribbean without crowds of people. You can also explore the isolated beaches of islets and keys, a short boat trip from Fajardo. The east coast offers beach lovers unforgettable adventures and experiences that the whole family will appreciate.
Ceiba
Culebra
- Culebrita Island
- Tortuga Beach
- Datiles Beach
- Resaca Beach
- Carlos Rosario Beach
- Brava Beach
- Melones Beach
- Zoni Beach
- Tamarindo Beach
- Punta Soldado Beach
- Flamenco Beach
- Luis Peña Keys
- Playa Larga
- Sirena Beach
Fajardo
Humacao
Luquillo
Yabucoa
Maunabo
Naguabo
- Playa Húcares
- Playa La Fanduca
- Playa Tropical
- Algodones Key
Vieques
West Coast Beaches
Porta Del Sol
The Western Region known as Porta Del Sol is the surfing mecca of Puerto Rico with a region that extends from Isabela on the northwest coast to Guanica on the south. Most of the best beaches on the island are in this region. Hundreds of miles of coastline make this region of beaches very popular. This region is known for its world famous diving and surfing.
Añasco
Aguadilla
- Crash Boat Beach
- La Ponderosa Beach
- La Poza Beach
- La Saldinera Beach
- Gas Chambers Beach
- Peña Blanca Beach (Wishing Well Beach)
- Rompeola Beach "Tamarindo Beach"
- Survival Beach
- Tabletop Beach
- Surfer’s Beach
- Colón Park Beach
- Punta Borinquen Beach
- Wilderness Beach
- Real Marina Walk (Paseo Real Marina)
Aguada
- Aguada Beach
- Pico de Piedra Beach
- Espinar Beach
- El Mameyito Beach
- Río Grande Beach
Cabo Rojo
- Boquerón Beach
- Buye Beach
- Combate Beach
- La Playuela Beach (Sucia Beach)
- La Mela Beach
- Punta Guaniquilla Nature Reserve
- Punta Arenas Beach
- Los Pozos Beach
- Isla de Ratones “Ratones Cay”
- La Pitahaya Beach "Pitahaya Glamping"
- Punta Aguila Beach
Guánica
- Jungla (Jungle) Beach "Paldas Beach"
- Santa Beach
- Ballenas Beach
- Guilligan's Island
- Atolladora Beach
- Manglillo Beach
- Tamarindo Beach
- Caña Gorda Beach
- Jaboncillo Beach
- Aroma Beach
Isabela
- Blue Hole Beach “Shacks Beach or Kiquebrado Beach”
- La Pocita de las Golondrinas Beach
- Bajura Beach
- Baño La Princesa Beach
- Guajataca Beach
- Jobos Beach
- Pastillo Beach
- Montones Beach
- Pozo Teodoro Beach
- Middles Beach
- Punta (Posita) Sardinera Beach
Lajas
Rincon
- Rincón Beach
- Corcega Beach
- Marías Beach
- Sandy Beach
- Steps Beach “Tres Palmas”
- Black Eagle Beach
- Antonio Beach
- Deadman's Beach
- Pools Beach
- Almirante Beach
- Barrero Beach
- Dogman’s Beach
- Indicators Beach
- Parcking Lot Beach
- Los Almendros Beach
- Pistons Beach
- Punta Higüero Beach "Little Malibu Beach"
- Rivermouth Beach
- Spanish Wall Beach
- Terminador Beach
- The Point Beach
- Trampa Beach
- Domes Beach