IN
TOWN BEACHES
Playa
del Amore: "Lovers Beach", as it translates, was voted one of
10 best beaches in all of Mexico by Conde Nast Traveler magazine.
Playa del Amore lies close to the very tip of Cabo and can only
be reached by boat or a very difficult rock climb over rugged
headlands. It is perhaps the most photographed area that appears
in most ads of Cabo. At low tide you can pass through the famous
arch (El Arco)to the Pacific. Swimming is generally safe only
on the Sea of Cortex side facing the bay. This is also a popular
snorkling area.
Playa
Solmar: This long straight streach of beach faces the Pacific
and due to heavy surf and strong under tow is perhaps a beach
for sunbathing & joging. Most of the time this beach lacks people
so if you want it quiet, youÕll only hear the crashing of waves
pounding the sand. Access to this beach is via the road to Hotel
Solmar.
Playa
El Medano: "Dune Beach", as it translates, is perhaps the most
popular "in-town" beach Cabo. El Medano runs several miles along
the Bay of San Lucas from Hotel Hacienda beyond Club Cascadas
and is perhaps the safest beach for swimming and other water recreation.
On the weekends the beach is very crowded so if you plan to spend
the day, go early and find your spot. There are palapa bars and
restaurants along the beach and pleanty of venders so you can
sun and shop at the same time. Access to this beach is anywhere
from Hacienda to Casacadas.
AWAY
FROM TOWN
These
beaches are in the corridor from Cabo San Lucas and San Jose Del
Cabo. Some of these are hidden coves or below sand dunes and not
visible from the highway, Mexican 1. To gain access to these beaches
the Mexican government has placed signs that say "Accesso a Playa"
and sometimes the name is posted. We have listed the nearest Km.
marker on Mexican 1 as you leave Cabo heading northeast toward
San Jose Del Cabo for your reference. Be advised that not all
beaches are suitable for swimming.
Playa
Cemetario: This beach is northeast of Cabo and offers beautiful
golden white sand and peaceful swimming without the crowds of
El Medano. Access this beach at Km. 4
Playa
Cabo Bello: @ Km. 6
Playa
Barco Varado: "Shipwreck Beach" @ Km. 9-10
Playa Twin Dolphin: "Las Viudas" or "Windows Beach" @ Km. 11-12
Playa
Santa Maria: @ Km. 12 Playa Punta Chileno: @ Km. 14
Playa
Del Tule: @ Km.15
Playa
Cantamar: @ Km. 16
Playa Costa Brava: @ Km. 17
Playa
El Zalate: @ Km. 17
Playa
San Carlos: @ Km. 19
Playa
El Mirador: @ Km. 20
Playa
Buenos Aires: @ Km. 22
Playa Punta Bella: @ Km. 24
Playa
Arroyo Seco or Punta Palmilla: @ Km. 26
Playa
Acapulquito: @ Km. 27
Playa
Costa Azul: "Zippers" @ Km. 29, one of the best, long, straight
stretches of beach near the Mykonos and La Jolla condominium projects.
Probably the most dependable surfing area.
Always
remember that the beaches can be very dangerous even for the best
of swimmers and never turn your back on the ocean. Be sure to
check weather conditions, as safety changes with the weather.
Typically there are no lifeguards at the beaches. If you like
to swim, the pools at the hotels are the best bet for safety.
