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Playa las Picuas is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 30th place out of 224 beaches in the Puerto Rico region 37.4 km away from its center, the city of San Juan. It is one of the beaches of Luquillo settlement, just 6.2 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 long lasting 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, pet owners etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Playa las Picuas 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, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
%s also has a football field located nearby.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Punta Miquillo, which has a rating of 8.6.
Playa las Picuas is located in Puerto Rico within Luquillo, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
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.
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Luquillo 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Luquillo 4.3 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Rio Grande 6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Luquillo 2.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Rio Grande 4.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Luquillo 1.7 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Rio Grande 3.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Luquillo 0.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Boqueron 1.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Boqueron 4.7 km
What to do in Playa las Picuas? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Playa las Picuas can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Playa las Picuas. See what our users think about it in the reviews section. In addition to water activities, sometimes you wish to play on the ground, for example, volleyball (football). On this beach there is a volleyball (football) area and if you want you can play volleyball with other holidaymakers or with your friends.
In most cases, the question What to do on Playa las Picuas implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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The coastline of Playa las Picuas is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa las Picuas, 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 las Picuas is also suitable for the following water activities:
Activities available on the ground:
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 Picuas are usually strong.
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.
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Playa las Picuas can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa las Picuas.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Richie's Restaurant is the closest place located 1600 meters from the beach.
The Playa las Picuas 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 3 attractions near Playa las Picuas that are popular with travelers. The nearest are IslandFever PaddleBoard located in 4 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Playa las Picuas 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.
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Guanica 6.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
La Pica 4.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Aguadilla 3.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Rincon 0.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Guanica 6.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Cabo Rojo 8.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Rincon 3.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Isabela 4.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Rio Piedras 6.6 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Cabo Rojo 16 km
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