Playa Teresa

Good for Relax

/ 10 Good

#118 out of 224
in La Pica

About

Playa Teresa is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 118th place out of 224 beaches in the Puerto Rico region 58 km away from its center, the city of San Juan. It is one of the beaches of La Pica settlement, just 5.4 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. This beach is not a well-known place, so it is well suited for a relaxing leisure.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright shell 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 almost deserted place even during the high season.

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

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

To get to the beach, you need to take a short promenade.

4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa El Cocal, which has a rating of 8.6.

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Historical

+28 ^oC +24 ^oC

Air temperature

7 M/S

Wind

+27 ^oC

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Bad

1/10

Amenities

0/10

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Playa Teresa (Puerto Rico) is located outside the La Pica 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, 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

"A hidden gem of a beach lies within the natural reserve of Yabucoa, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The journey to this secluded spot requires a bit of effort, but the reward is a pristine shoreline that remains unspoiled by crowds and litter."

Ethan Zimler

"Eastern Puerto Rico has a hidden gem of a beach that is highly regarded by those in the know."

Zyvren Blaze

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Ethan Zimler

"Eastern Puerto Rico has a hidden gem of a beach that is highly regarded by those in the know."

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Deserted even in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach
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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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8.3

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Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

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Playa Punta Tuna

7.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

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Playa Los Bohios

7.5

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom

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Playa Mala Pascua

7.5

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom

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Playa Malecon De Patillas

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water

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7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

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Playa Cayo Pineiro

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

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7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

HUC• 14.9km
Terminal de Guaguas• 5.9km
Cupey• 48km

Localities

La Pica• 5.4km
San Juan• 58km

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

The Playa Teresa is covered with golden shell sand. Unfortunately it's not very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is shelly, which makes it quite convenient.

What are the key activities at Playa Teresa?

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

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

Playa Teresa does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Playa Teresa 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 shell sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa Teresa secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. It's not on the main paths, so this place is somewhat hidden. 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 Teresa?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Teresa.

How far is the Playa Teresa from parking?

The Playa Teresa has no parking spot and you have to walk along the trail for half a kilometer to reach the beach.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Teresa?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Teresa 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.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa Teresa (Puerto Rico) 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 Teresa (Puerto Rico) 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.