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

Playa Herradura has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Playa Herradura?

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

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.Playa Herradura is partially protected from waves.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Playa Herradura good for families?

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 mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Playa Herradura 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 Playa Herradura?

The bar is located right on the Playa Herradura.There are 3 restaurants nearby.Hole 3 & 5 is the closest place located 1700 meters from the beach.

How far is the Playa Herradura from parking?

The Playa Herradura 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 Playa Herradura?

There are 4 attractions near Playa Herradura that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pikotravel.com located in 0.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

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

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Herradura is March. Its average value reaches 34°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is October with air temperature 28°C and water 27°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

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Playa Herradura

La Mona, Costa Rica

7.3

#128 out of 233 in Puerto Escondido 1

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Gray sand & pebble Sand & Pebbles bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Puerto Escondido • 1.6 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Hole 3 & 5

1.7km

Restaurant Cervezas Del Pacífico Barra Artesanal

9 - Excellent 4.7km

Restaurant Argentico

9.4 - Excellent 4.9km

Restaurant Restaurante Carabelas

8.6 - Excellent 5.4km

Restaurant Pizzeria Arenas

6.6 - Good 5.5km

Restaurant Restaurante El Cenizaro

8 - Very good 5.5km

Cafe Villa Luna

8.4 - Very good 5.5km

Restaurant Pizza Pata Punta Leona

5.7km

Restaurant Orange house Costa Rica

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Pikotravel.com

8.6 - Excellent 250m

Tourist Attraction Playa Fantasia Costa Rica

9.4 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Sealounge Catamaran Costa Rica

9.4 - Excellent 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Canvas Designers Costa Rica

8.6 - Excellent 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Playa Caletillas

10 - Exceptional 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Jaco Tours Sportfishing

10 - Exceptional 5.1km

Tourist Attraction Mariposario Punta leona

8.8 - Excellent 5.7km

Tourist Attraction Jaco Paragliding

8.8 - Excellent 6km

Tourist Attraction Mantas Beach, Puntarenas

7 - Good 6.1km

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About

Playa Herradura is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 128th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 71 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Puerto Escondido settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +23 ^o C

Air temperature

3.9 M/S

Wind

+28 ^o C

Water temperature

0.1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Puerto Escondido • 1.6 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Hole 3 & 5

1.7km

Restaurant Cervezas Del Pacífico Barra Artesanal

9 - Excellent 4.7km

Restaurant Argentico

9.4 - Excellent 4.9km

Restaurant Restaurante Carabelas

8.6 - Excellent 5.4km

Restaurant Pizzeria Arenas

6.6 - Good 5.5km

Restaurant Restaurante El Cenizaro

8 - Very good 5.5km

Cafe Villa Luna

8.4 - Very good 5.5km

Restaurant Pizza Pata Punta Leona

5.7km

Restaurant Orange house Costa Rica

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Pikotravel.com

8.6 - Excellent 250m

Tourist Attraction Playa Fantasia Costa Rica

9.4 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Sealounge Catamaran Costa Rica

9.4 - Excellent 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Canvas Designers Costa Rica

8.6 - Excellent 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Playa Caletillas

10 - Exceptional 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Jaco Tours Sportfishing

10 - Exceptional 5.1km

Tourist Attraction Mariposario Punta leona

8.8 - Excellent 5.7km

Tourist Attraction Jaco Paragliding

8.8 - Excellent 6km

Tourist Attraction Mantas Beach, Puntarenas

7 - Good 6.1km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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7.9 Very good

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7.9 Very good

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7 Good

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7.9 Very good

9.1km

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7.7 Very good

10.9km

Playa Pogeres

7.5 Very good

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Playa Hermosa

7.1 Good

Localities

Nearest

Puerto Escondido • 1.6km

Main locality of province

San Jose • 71km

Transport

Airport

TMU • 40.1km

Bus Station

Terminal Jacó - San José • 4.5km

Train Station

Antigua Estacion de Salinas • 31.1km

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ZEL Valtorin

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach is absolutely stunning with its gray sand and pebbles. It's a natural wonder that's worth visiting.

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Liria Zorina

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

6 Pleasant

The beach has gray sand with pebbles, and it's a great spot for families with children as the sea is calm. During our visit, we noticed that everyone was having a good time as a family. However, we did feel that the beach could use more security as we didn't see any police presence during our stay.

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Sylvia Nalucia

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach has gray sand and pebbles, and is situated in an excellent location close to Jaco. It's a peaceful spot, not ideal for surfing, but perfect for those seeking a more tranquil experience. The view is lovely, and there are a few restaurants and bars in the vicinity. Additionally, parking is available near the beach.