Ocotal

Gringo Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Gringo Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Gringo Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Father Rooster's is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.

Good for Relax

6.8

/ 10 Good

#194 out of 233
in Ocotal

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Gringo Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 194th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 192 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Ocotal settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Gringo Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Ocotal Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.

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Historical

+33 ^oC +25 ^oC

Air temperature

4.7 M/S

Wind

+30 ^oC

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Gringo Beach (Costa Rica) is located outside the Ocotal settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Gringo Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

User reviews

"This beach is almost like a private oasis, perfect for soaking up the sun and getting an all-over tan. It's a bit of a challenge to get to, so I recommend wearing comfortable shoes and being prepared for a bit of a hike up and down a mountain. Once you reach a certain point, there are quite a few steps to descend, but once you make it to the bottom, it's worth it. The sand i..."

Brendan Chen

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Excellent location! Lots of inspiring beaches and accommodation options nearby.

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Deserted even in high season
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - sufficient

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

Ocotal, Costa Rica

Ocotal Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray sand

Ocotal 0.1 km

Ocotal, Costa Rica

Playa Pez Vela

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water

Ocotal 0.6 km

El Coco, Costa Rica

Coconut Beach

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise water

El Coco 0.3 km

Hermosa, Costa Rica

Playa Penca

7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Hermosa 2.6 km

Hermosa, Costa Rica

Calzon de Pobre beach

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand

Hermosa 1.8 km

Matapalo, Costa Rica

Matapalo Beach

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise water

Matapalo 0.1 km

Hermosa, Costa Rica

Hermosa beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Hermosa 1.1 km

Matapalo, Costa Rica

Tapustxunya Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Matapalo 1.2 km

Matapalo, Costa Rica

Matapalito Beach

7.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Matapalo 2.6 km

Hermosa, Costa Rica

Buena beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Hermosa 1.8 km

Nacascolo, Costa Rica

Virador beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access

Nacascolo 2.4 km

Zapotal, Costa Rica

Guacamaya Beach

7.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise water

Zapotal 2.1 km

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Father Rooster's• 8 min walk
La Pescaderia• 12 min walk
Maracuyá Beach Club• 17 min walk
Chicos Bar• 18 min walk

Attractions

Mirador vista mar• 6 min walk
The Monkey Farm• 14 min walk
Parador fotofrafico...• 20 min walk
Chimbolo• 20 min walk

Transport

FMG• 14.6km
Municipal Bus statio...• 21.6km

Localities

Ocotal• 720m
San Jose• 192km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Gringo Beach?

The coastline of Gringo Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Gringo Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Gringo Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Gringo Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Gringo Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Gringo Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Gringo Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Gringo Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Gringo Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Father Rooster's is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.

How far is the Gringo Beach from parking?

The Gringo Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Gringo Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Gringo Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mirador vista mar located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Gringo Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Gringo Beach is March. Its average value reaches 34°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is October with air temperature 28°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.