El Gallito

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of El Gallito?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on El Gallito.There are 4 restaurants nearby.La casita de bey is the closest place located 3500 meters from the beach.

Good for Relax

7.2

/ 10 Good

#97 out of 224
in Isabel Segunda

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About

El Gallito is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 97th place out of 224 beaches in the Puerto Rico region 76.7 km away from its center, the city of San Juan. It is one of the beaches of Isabel Segunda settlement, just 3.7 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 bright sand & rocks cover, 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.

El Gallito 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.

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 Sea Glass beach, which has a rating of 6.8.

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Historical

+27 ^oC +26 ^oC

Air temperature

7.4 M/S

Wind

+27 ^oC

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Very poor

2/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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El Gallito is located in Puerto Rico within Isabel Segunda, 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 coast of the Vieques island, 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 was exceptionally clean and we were able to enjoy it without any crowds! The water was perfect, the sand was amazing, and there was plenty of shade to relax in. It's worth noting that the beach has free public entry."

Wilma Boswell

"This location is a charming little spot that you can easily swing by on your way to grab a bite to eat. It's worth checking out, especially since it's open to the public with no admission fees."

Pete Leatherman

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Wilma Boswell

"This location is a charming little spot that you can easily swing by on your way to grab a bite to eat. It's worth checking out, especially since it's open to the public with no admission fees."

Pete Leatherman

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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
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - sufficient
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

La casita de bey• 3.5km
El Resuelve de Carme...• 4.1km
Gracias, De Nada• 4.5km
Great food truck! Vi...• 4.6km

Attractions

Vieques Surf School• 4 min walk
Blue Waters Caribbea...• 9 min walk
Bieque Eco Trips• 3km
Siddhia Hutchinson F...• 3.5km

Transport

VQS• 27 min walk
Terminal de Guaguas• 43.8km
Río Piedras• 67.3km

Localities

Isabel Segunda• 3.7km
San Juan• 76.7km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the El Gallito?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at El Gallito?

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

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

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

Is the El Gallito 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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the El Gallito 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 El Gallito?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on El Gallito.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.La casita de bey is the closest place located 3500 meters from the beach.

How far is the El Gallito from parking?

The El Gallito 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 El Gallito?

There are 4 attractions near El Gallito that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Vieques Surf School located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit El Gallito?

The month with the highest temperature in El Gallito is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.