Playa Sucia on Postcard

"Undisturbed Moments in Playa Sucia's Secret Spots Five years ago, my friends and I found a secret beach near the Cabo Rojo Lighthouse. To this day, we've never seen anyone else there. Ignore the beach's misnomer—Bahia Sucia (dirty bay)—and plan on an 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. outing to this natural extravaganza. From the azure water, hike up to the lighthouse—set on a 200-foot cliff—for a look inside. Once outside again, dig for crabs and anemones. And then refrain from rushing back to plunge into the water. Explore a bit and you might just find an isolated pool surrounded by rocks. Climb down the rocks carefully for a bath in the secret beach brimming with fish. Close by, and hidden by somewhat thorny bushes, our secret bridge will lead you to your private viewpoint (pictured above). Sit undisturbed and listen to the waves lap (or, at times, crash) against the limestone formations. On your way home, be sure to keep an eye out for cotton and salt flats along the right side of the road."

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B. Garcia

Google

One of my top favorite beaches when I visit the island. It’s like a little Hawaiian beach in PR. FYI, It is a bit of a walk to the beach if you are traveling with elderly or disabled family or friends.

Huguette S

Google

Amazing beach with great views. A little difficult to get around but everything is marked with parking signs. Worth the trip. Don’t try to come with a compact car because the road is very bumpy.

Kimberly Kennedy

Google

Plan a short walk into a beautiful beach. Lots of seaweed on about 50% of the beach. But the water color is beautiful. Took a hike up the cliffs, saw a sea turtle and fish. Beautiful vista views, turquoise waters, very calm water for kids with a gentle slope. No waves! Lots of shade trees up on the beach. Hermit crabs were fun to see and lots of birds. This is a nature.preserve so don't expect any amenities. Pack in and pack out trash. Keep it clean!

Yandro

Google

Beautiful beach. The only thing is that the government needs to fix the roads on the way in. It’s is such a beautiful area and doesn’t make sense why they don’t fix it. The beach is calm very exotic location. Plenty of shade as there se small trees everywhere.

Sam Chakraborty

Google

Nice beach. Light sand, and very calm water like a pool. It’s like natural cove with cliffs in the end, creating a spectacular view. No amenities, so stock up on water. Also bring your SUV. Right near the entrance there is a sink hole. Small cars have to stop right there and then it’s a walk of around a kilometer. If they fix that, it is a great beach for all.

Pier Zeringue

Google

The road was closed but we hiked 15 minutes to get here. Very secluded and unique spot

Lee

Google

Gorgeous beach a bit out of the way, and you have to go by some depressing salt flats to get there. But you're rewarded with pillowy white sand, perfect swimming water, and a beautiful view of the crescent beach and lighthouse. Definitely not to be missed.

diziscurran

Google

Honestly, it's the best beach I've ever been to. I lived in South Florida for 2 years, and this was 100% better than every beach there. Not crowded at all, beautiful beach with white sands and clear warm water. I hate swimming but I actually went for a Swim here for the first time in 9 years. I will return to this beach everytime I'm in PR.

B. Garcia

Google

One of my top favorite beaches when I visit the island. It’s like a little Hawaiian beach in PR. FYI, It is a bit of a walk to the beach if you are traveling with elderly or disabled family or friends.

Huguette S

Google

Amazing beach with great views. A little difficult to get around but everything is marked with parking signs. Worth the trip. Don’t try to come with a compact car because the road is very bumpy.

Kimberly Kennedy

Google

Plan a short walk into a beautiful beach. Lots of seaweed on about 50% of the beach. But the water color is beautiful. Took a hike up the cliffs, saw a sea turtle and fish. Beautiful vista views, turquoise waters, very calm water for kids with a gentle slope. No waves! Lots of shade trees up on the beach. Hermit crabs were fun to see and lots of birds. This is a nature.preserve so don't expect any amenities. Pack in and pack out trash. Keep it clean!

Yandro

Google

Beautiful beach. The only thing is that the government needs to fix the roads on the way in. It’s is such a beautiful area and doesn’t make sense why they don’t fix it. The beach is calm very exotic location. Plenty of shade as there se small trees everywhere.

Sam Chakraborty

Google

Nice beach. Light sand, and very calm water like a pool. It’s like natural cove with cliffs in the end, creating a spectacular view. No amenities, so stock up on water. Also bring your SUV. Right near the entrance there is a sink hole. Small cars have to stop right there and then it’s a walk of around a kilometer. If they fix that, it is a great beach for all.

Pier Zeringue

Google

The road was closed but we hiked 15 minutes to get here. Very secluded and unique spot

Lee

Google

Gorgeous beach a bit out of the way, and you have to go by some depressing salt flats to get there. But you're rewarded with pillowy white sand, perfect swimming water, and a beautiful view of the crescent beach and lighthouse. Definitely not to be missed.

diziscurran

Google

Honestly, it's the best beach I've ever been to. I lived in South Florida for 2 years, and this was 100% better than every beach there. Not crowded at all, beautiful beach with white sands and clear warm water. I hate swimming but I actually went for a Swim here for the first time in 9 years. I will return to this beach everytime I'm in PR.

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