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Playa Barco Quebrado

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/ 10 Very good

#51 out of 233
in Barco Quebrado

About

Playa Barco Quebrado is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 51th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 166.6 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Barco Quebrado settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, 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, partygoers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Playa Barco Quebrado coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

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.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Barrigona, which has a rating of 8.

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Historical

+32 ^oC +25 ^oC

Air temperature

5.2 M/S

Wind

+30 ^oC

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

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Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Poor

3.3/10

Cleanliness

Very good

7.5/10

Amenities

Poor

2.7/10

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Playa Barco Quebrado (Costa Rica) is located outside the Barco Quebrado 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 Playa Barco Quebrado 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

"The beach is easily accessible to all, including small vehicles like cars, and best of all, it's free to the public."

Davina Rodriquez

"We absolutely adore this beach and it has become a favorite spot for my family and me."

Lopez Ramiro

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User reviews

"The beach is easily accessible to all, including small vehicles like cars, and best of all, it's free to the public."

Davina Rodriquez

"We absolutely adore this beach and it has become a favorite spot for my family and me."

Lopez Ramiro

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Deserted even in high season
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - narrow
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

NOB• 11.2km
Estacion de Buses AL...• 32km
Estación de Tren Cal...• 96.3km

Localities

Barco Quebrado• 1.6km
San Jose• 166.6km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Barco Quebrado?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Playa Barco Quebrado?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Barco Quebrado, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Playa Barco Quebrado good for swimming?

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

Playa Barco Quebrado does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

Is the Playa Barco Quebrado good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa Barco Quebrado 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 Playa Barco Quebrado?

The bar is located right on the Playa Barco Quebrado.

How far is the Playa Barco Quebrado from parking?

The Playa Barco Quebrado 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Barco Quebrado?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Barco Quebrado 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.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa Barco Quebrado (Costa Rica) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Playa Barco Quebrado (Costa Rica) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.