List of beaches in Puerto Rico Facts for Kids

Puerto Rico is an amazing island with many beautiful beaches! While some people count close to 300 beaches, and others even up to 1,200, the government officially recognizes 248 of them. Puerto Rico has 78 different towns, and 44 of these towns are located right on the coast, meaning they have beaches!

These icons will help you understand what each beach offers: – This means the beach is a Blue Flag beach, which is a special award for being clean and safe.
– You can go camping near this beach.
– This beach is great for diving or snorkeling.
– This beach is good for scuba diving.
– You can go surfing here.
– Lifeguards are on duty to keep you safe.
– You can go fishing at this beach.
– This beach is good for swimming.

Exploring Puerto Rico's Beaches

Eastern Region Beaches

The eastern part of Puerto Rico has some famous beaches, including those on the smaller islands of Culebra and Vieques.

Luquillo's Fun Beaches

Luquillo Beach "La Monserrate" is a very popular spot. It's a Blue Flag beach, meaning it's super clean and safe. You'll find lifeguards and even camping facilities nearby. There's even a special section called Mar Sin Barreras that is wheelchair accessible.
Surfing Beach "La Pared" is perfect for surfing and also has camping.
Playa Azul Beach is a great place for snorkeling.

Culebra's Island Gems

Culebra is a small island known for its stunning beaches.

Flamenco Beach is one of the most famous beaches in the world! It offers camping, lifeguards, and is excellent for snorkeling, scuba diving, and swimming.
Brava Beach is a good spot for surfing.
Carlos Rosario Beach is ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Zoni Beach is another beautiful spot for scuba diving, snorkeling, and swimming.

Vieques' Unique Shores

Vieques is another island with a variety of beaches.

Sun Bay Beach has camping and lifeguards.
Playa Negrita is famous for its unique black sand!
La Chiva (Blue) Beach is great for snorkeling and swimming.
Natural Reserve Mosquito Bay is a very special place where the water glows at night due to tiny organisms! It's a must-see.

Other Eastern Beaches

Seven Seas Beach in Fajardo is a great spot with camping and lifeguards.
Punta Santiago Beach in Humacao also has lifeguards.

Northern Region Beaches

The northern coast of Puerto Rico has many popular beaches, especially near the capital city of San Juan.

Dorado's Relaxing Spots

Sardinera Beach in Dorado has lifeguards to keep you safe.

Toa Baja's Coastal Fun

Punta Salinas Beach in Toa Baja is a Blue Flag beach with lifeguards.

Carolina and San Juan's City Beaches

Carolina Beach in Carolina is a Blue Flag beach with lifeguards.
Balneario del Escambron in San Juan is another Blue Flag beach with lifeguards. It's close to Old San Juan.
Ocean Park Beach in San Juan is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.

Manati's Unique Shores

Mar Chiquita can be dangerous
Mar Chiquita Beach in Manati is known for its unique natural pool shape. It has lifeguards.
Los Tubos Beach is great for surfing and has lifeguards.

Other Northern Beaches

Cerro Gordo in Vega Alta has lifeguards and camping.
Mar Bella in Vega Baja is a Blue Flag beach with lifeguards.

Southern Region Beaches

The southern coast, also known as Porta Caribe, offers a different feel with calm waters and beautiful views.

Ponce's Coastal Spots

Isla de Gatas Beach at Isla de Gatas, Ponce

La Guancha Beach in Ponce

El Tuque Beach in Ponce

Pelícano Beach in Ponce

Ponce has several beaches, some of which are on small islands nearby.

El Tuque Beach is a well-known spot in Ponce.
La Guancha Beach is part of a fun recreational complex.
Caja de Muertos Beaches are located on a small island. Playa Pelícano is a Blue Flag beach there.
Isla de Gatas Beach is another island beach near Ponce.

Other Southern Beaches

Punta Guilarte Beach in Arroyo has lifeguards.

Western Region Beaches

The western region, known as Porta del Sol, is famous for its amazing surfing waves and beautiful sunsets.

Quebradillas and Isabela's Surf Spots

Middles Beach, a popular spot for surfing

Guajataca Beach in Quebradillas is a popular spot for surfing.
Jobos Beach in Isabela is very popular for surfing and also offers scuba diving.
Middles Beach in Isabela is another top surfing beach.
La Pocita de Isabela is great for and snorkeling.

Aguadilla's Adventure Beaches

Surfers at Schoolyards Beach surf spot in Aguadilla

Crash Boat Beach in Aguadilla is a famous beach for snorkeling, scuba diving, and swimming.
Schoolyards Beach is a well-known surfing spot.

Rincon's Surfing Paradise

Surfers at Maria's Beach

Rincon is known as a surfing paradise, with many beaches perfect for catching waves.

Domes Beach is a famous surfing beach.
Sandy Beach is another popular surfing spot.
Steps Beach and Tres Palmas are also great for surfing.
Balneario de Rincón is a good beach for swimming.

Cabo Rojo's Beautiful Bays

Looking south at Boquerón public beach

Cabo Rojo has some of the most beautiful and calm beaches.

Boquerón is a lovely Blue Flag beach.
Playa Buye is known for its clear, calm waters.
Combate is a long, beautiful beach.
La Playuela, also known as Playa Sucia, is a stunning, often secluded beach with a lighthouse nearby.

Guánica's Hidden Gems

Guánica has some unique beaches, including small islands you can visit.

Gilligan's Island (officially Cayo Aurora) is a small cay with mangroves and clear water, perfect for snorkeling.
Playa Santa is a popular beach for swimming and relaxing.