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Balneario Cerro Gordo is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 38th place out of 224 beaches in the Puerto Rico region 23.6 km away from its center, the city of San Juan. It is one of the beaches of Vega Baja settlement, just 6.5 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 bay with 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 partially crowded during the high season.
Balneario Cerro Gordo coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling, sea kayaking. 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.
8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is West beach, which has a rating of 8.1.
Balneario Cerro Gordo is located in Puerto Rico within Vega Baja, 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.
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Dorado 5.7 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Dorado 4.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Vega Baja 5.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
San Juan 7.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
San Juan 2.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
San Juan 3.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
San Juan 4.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Rio Piedras 6.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Rio Piedras 6.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Rio Piedras 6.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Rio Piedras 8.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water
Carolina 9 km
What to do in Balneario Cerro Gordo? 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 Balneario Cerro Gordo 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!
When it comes to what to do in Balneario Cerro Gordo, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
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 Balneario Cerro Gordo. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Balneario Cerro Gordo 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 Balneario Cerro Gordo is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Balneario Cerro Gordo, 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 Balneario Cerro Gordo is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Balneario Cerro Gordo does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. 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.
The bar is located right on the Balneario Cerro Gordo.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.El Vakachon is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.
The Balneario Cerro Gordo 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 Balneario Cerro Gordo that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Surf & Snorkel Cerro Gordo located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Balneario Cerro Gordo 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
Culebra 3.2 km
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
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
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Rio Grande 3.6 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Rio Grande 6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Luquillo 6.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Rincon 0.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Boqueron 1.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Guanica 6.7 km
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