Beaches
Puerto Rico's nearly 300 miles of sunny shoreline includes some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Some are calm; others are world-famous surfing destinations. Some appeal to family groups, while others attract crowds of young athletes. Some are lined with condominiums and city skylines; others with coconut palms and mangroves. Some beaches have been provided with facilities such as changing rooms and lockers, cafeterias, parking lots, lifeguards and other creature comforts. Whether you're longing for a secluded stretch of sand or a lively, palm-lined playground, you're bound to find it in Puerto Rico.
The best time of the year to enjoy the Puerto Rican beaches is, of course, the summer, when the water is at its warmest. However, there are few climatic differences between the summer and any other time of the year. The most popular beaches are visited year-round. It is not unusual to see tourists sunning themselves in the beach in ":winter" months such as January and February.
Balnearios
The most sophisticated of public beaches are called balnearios. There are more than a dozen state-government-maintained balnearios around the island. Most of these balnearios have parking lots, lifeguards, changing rooms with lockers and showers, snack bars, picnic areas, and in some cases, playgrounds and camping facilities. Most are open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the summer, and Tuesday through Sunday the rest of the year.
* Punta Salinas Route 868, Toa Baja Tel. 787-795-5245
* El Escambrón Puerta de Tierra, San Juan Tel. 787-622-5229
* Isla Verde Route 187, Isla Verde Tel. 787-791-2410
* Luquillo Highway 3, Luquillo Tel. 787-889-5871 - This famous beach is located in north-eastern Puerto Rico, roughly one hour away from San Juan. It is the most photographed on the island and a favorite with locals and tourists alike. Luquillo Beach has gentle, shallow waters and a postcard-perfect, palm-lined shore. It is also probably the best equipped and maintained public beach in Puerto Rico with lots of amenities and dozens of kiosks that serve delicious local foods.
* Seven Seas Route 987, Fajardo Tel. 787-863-8180
* Sun Bay Route 997, Vieques Tel. 787-741-0800
* Punta Santiago Highway 3, Humacao Tel. 787-852-1660
* Punta Guilarte Highway 3, Arroyo Tel. 787-839-3565
* Boquerón Route 101, Boquerón Tel. 787-851-1900 - The calm waters appeal to swimmers, while its picnic area and generous shade also appeals to families who pack the shore on weekends and during the summer months.
* A–asco Route 410, A–asco Tel. 787-826-1610
* Caña Gorda Route 333, Guánica Tel. 787-821-5676 - This family beach is favored for its tranquil emerald waters and broad white-coral beachfront.
* Cerro Gordo Route 690, Vega Alta 787-883-2730
* Sardinera Route 698, Dorado Tel. 787-796-2830
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