Playa Escondida

Good for Relax

6.9

/ 10 Good

#29 out of 43
in Baja California

About

Playa Escondida is located on the Gulf of California (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 29th place out of 43 beaches in the Baja California region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a spacious several bays 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 not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Despite the fact that a significant part of the beach is occupied by resorts, there is still a fairly large area with free access. The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, sun umbrellas, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .

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.

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Historical

+26 ^oC +21 ^oC

Air temperature

5.2 M/S

Wind

+21 ^oC

Water temperature

0.3 M

Wave height

Puertecitos, Baja California,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Frustrating

4.1/10

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Playa Escondida is located in Baja California within Puertecitos, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"The beach is extremely clean and enjoyable for spending quality time with the family. It can get a bit crowded, but fortunately, there were no individuals playing loud music that could potentially disturb others."

Aveline Smith

"The beach is incredibly stunning, with a camping fee of 500 per car and a daily rate of 300. There are three bathrooms available for everyone, but unfortunately, they are quite dirty. Showers are also available, but they come at an additional cost of 30 pesos for cold water. Despite these drawbacks, the beach is still highly recommended, although the services provided are qu..."

Renzo Silva

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General features

ownership
- Paid access and a fairly large free area
- Private beach resort
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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- One resort occupies the beach

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What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Escondida?

The coastline of Playa Escondida 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 Playa Escondida?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are umbrellas on the beach, which are provided free of charge, but there are no sunbeds and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Playa Escondida good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Playa Escondida is fully protected from waves.

So the overall recommendation of the Playa Escondida for swimming is very positive.

Is the Playa Escondida good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa Escondida secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Playa Escondida?

Playa Escondida can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Escondida?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Escondida.

How far is the Playa Escondida from parking?

The Playa Escondida 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 Escondida?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Escondida is August. Its average value reaches 33°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 32°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 19°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa Escondida (Baja California) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.