Playa Las Carreras

Good for Relax

6.9

/ 10 Good

#131 out of 224
in Loiza

About

Playa Las Carreras is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 131th place out of 224 beaches in the Puerto Rico region 29.6 km away from its center, the city of San Juan. It is one of the beaches of Loiza settlement, just 4.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine 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.

Playa Las Carreras coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, 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.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Espiritu Santo, which has a rating of 8.6.

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Historical

+28 ^oC +24 ^oC

Air temperature

7.1 M/S

Wind

+27 ^oC

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

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Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Very poor

1.7/10

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Playa Las Carreras is located in Puerto Rico within Loiza, 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

"This coastal region is abundant in culinary delights, diverse marine life, and flourishing plant species. It's a sanctuary where crabs undergo molting to reproduce and sustain their population, while manatees gracefully swim across. The area is also home to a beautiful coral reef, perfect for swimming and sunbathing."

Rory Valti

"The view is breathtaking, if you're into that kind of thing. The sand is plentiful, but let's be real, it's just a bunch of tiny rocks that get everywhere. And the water? Well, there's certainly a lot of it, but it's not like it's anything special. Just your average salty liquid. Overall, if you're looking for a generic beach experience, this place will do just fine."

Ethan Delgado

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - sufficient

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Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Estudio de Arte Samu...• 12 min walk
Corecamar• 3.8km

Transport

SJU• 17.2km
Terminal de Carolina• 13.1km
Universidad• 22.7km

Localities

Loiza• 4.3km
San Juan• 29.6km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Las Carreras?

The Playa Las Carreras is covered with soft and fine 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 also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Playa Las Carreras?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Las Carreras, 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 Playa Las Carreras good for swimming?

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

The waves in the Playa Las Carreras are usually strong.

Is the Playa Las Carreras 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa Las Carreras 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.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Las Carreras.

How far is the Playa Las Carreras from parking?

The Playa Las Carreras 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 Playa Las Carreras?

There are 2 attractions near Playa Las Carreras that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Estudio de Arte Samuel Lind located in 0.9 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Las Carreras?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Las Carreras is September. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 26°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.