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Playa Los Cedros is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 89th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 114.1 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Cerro Buenavista settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Playa Los Cedros coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Montezuma Beach, which has a rating of 8.
Playa Los Cedros (Costa Rica) is located outside the Cerro Buenavista 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 Los Cedros 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.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Montezuma 0.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Montezuma 0.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Abuela 1.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Light sand & pebble
Cabuya 3.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Abuela 1.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble
Santa Teresa 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light sand & pebble
Tambor 1.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble
Hermosa 0.4 km
What to do in Playa Los Cedros? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Playa Los Cedros is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
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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.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Los Cedros, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Playa Los Cedros is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.
Playa Los Cedros 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.
There are few boats in the bay.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Playa Los Cedros can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Los Cedros.
The Playa Los Cedros 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.
There are 4 attractions near Playa Los Cedros that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa Palmeras located in 1.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Playa Los Cedros 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.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
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