Beach · Wild coastal beach

Playa Sucia

4.8 (940 reviews) Cabo Rojo, PR

About this place

A pale-blue cove framed by red salt flats and a 19th-century lighthouse on Puerto Rico's southwestern tip. Playa Sucia rewards those willing to drive, a wilder, quieter beach with one of the most photographed vistas on the island.

Essential details

Address
Cabo Rojo, PR 00622
Hours
Open daily · Sunrise to sunset
Price
Free entry
Parking
Dirt lot near the trailhead
Accessibility
Limited accessibility
Family-friendly
Yes
Pets
Leashed dogs welcome
Reservations
Not required
Best time to visit
Late afternoon for the lighthouse hike
Recommended duration
Half day
What to bring
Hiking shoes, Sun protection, Water, Snacks
Visitor tips
  • The short hike up to the lighthouse is a must for sunset.
  • Water is deeper here than in the north; strong swimmers only.
  • Combine with dinner in Boquerón, 20 minutes away.
Journey Saga Insider Tips

What we tell our own guests, unprompted.

  • The salt flats turn pink at golden hour, bring your camera.
  • Very little shade, early or late is best.

Location

Address
Cabo Rojo, PR 00622
From Hacienda La Herradura
Approx. 46 mi
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