What is the water and sand quality of the Ocotal Beach?

The coastline of Ocotal Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Ocotal Beach?

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

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Ocotal Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Ocotal Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Ocotal Beach 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Ocotal Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Ocotal Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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 Ocotal Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Ocotal Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar el Ranchito is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.

How far is the Ocotal Beach from parking?

The Ocotal Beach 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 Ocotal Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Ocotal Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Horse tours Cascante located in 3.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Ocotal Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Ocotal Beach is April. Its average value reaches 33°C. The warmest sea is in May, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is November with air temperature 28°C and water 27°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

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Photo of Ocotal Beach with turquoise pure water surface

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Ocotal Beach

Playa Ocotal

San Lorenzo, Nicaragua

7.4

#18 out of 29 in Rivas 2

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Perfect for swimming Short walking distance

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Historical Landmark Path Off Of Beach

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Historical Landmark Old Dock property 6HT

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Historical Landmark William Walker Fortress

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Historical Landmark El Vigia

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Historical Landmark El Faro (The Lighthouse)

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About

Ocotal Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 18th place out of 29 beaches in the Rivas region 17.9 km away from its center, the city of Rivas. It is one of the beaches of Brito settlement, just 7.7 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

+28 ^o C +24 ^o C

Air temperature

4.9 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

1.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Brito • 7.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Parquecito Barrio Pedro Joaquín Chamorro!

7.4km

Playground Escuela Integral

7.8km

Playground Park San Juan del Sur

7.9km

Park Roger's land

6.6km

Hiking Area Fauna

7.6km

Park Food Park San Juan del Sur

7.7km

Park Malecón de San Juan del Sur

7.8km

Park Central Park

7.9km

Park Finca Las Nubes

8.4km

Bar Bar el Ranchito

8.4 - Very good 800m

Restaurant Juanita's Kitchen

9.4 - Excellent 960m

Bar ubuntu beach club

1km

Bar Maderas Sunset Bar

8.4 - Very good 1.8km

Restaurant Tacos Locos

5.8 - Pleasant 1.8km

Bar Hostal 3 Hermanos

7 - Good 1.9km

Restaurant Studio Café Bar & Grill Pueblo Maderas

8.4 - Very good 1.9km

Cafe The Maderas Café

9.8 - Exceptional 2km

Bar The Jungle Dream

10 - Exceptional 2.2km

Supermarket Seaside Shop

5.6km

Supermarket Agua roca san juan del sur

7.6km

Supermarket South Beach Store

7.6km

Supermarket LICORERÍA EL PACÍFICO

7.6km

Supermarket Miscelania Sánchez

7.8km

Supermarket Ocean Market San Juan del Sur

7.8km

Supermarket Pulperia Mama Nena

7.8km

Supermarket Ahorra Más - San Juan del Sur

7.9km

Supermarket Palí

8km

Tourist Attraction Horse tours Cascante

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Bahía Portal del Mar

5.5km

Tourist Attraction El Encanto del Sur

7 - Good 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Cristo de La Misericordia

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Cara del Indio

6.5km

Tourist Attraction Santa Elena

6.9km

Tourist Attraction Cocodrilo Juancho

7km

Tourist Attraction Finca el Estero

7.1km

Tourist Attraction Canopy Tour San Juan del Sur, Da'Flying Frog, Zip Line.

7.1km

Historical Landmark Path Off Of Beach

6.6km

Historical Landmark Old Dock property 6HT

7.6km

Historical Landmark William Walker Fortress

7.9km

Historical Landmark El Vigia

8km

Historical Landmark El Faro (The Lighthouse)

8km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Localities

Nearest

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Transport

Airport

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Bus Station

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Nico Ramosi

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

nice beach

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Jaxon Rivera

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

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Ocotal Beach

Playa Ocotal

San Lorenzo, Nicaragua

Playground Parquecito Barrio Pedro Joaquín Chamorro!

Playground Escuela Integral

Playground Park San Juan del Sur

Park Roger's land

Hiking Area Fauna

Park Food Park San Juan del Sur

Park Malecón de San Juan del Sur

Park Central Park

Park Finca Las Nubes

Bar Bar el Ranchito

Restaurant Juanita's Kitchen

Bar ubuntu beach club

Bar Maderas Sunset Bar

Restaurant Tacos Locos

Bar Hostal 3 Hermanos

Restaurant Studio Café Bar & Grill Pueblo Maderas

Cafe The Maderas Café

Bar The Jungle Dream

Supermarket Seaside Shop

Supermarket Agua roca san juan del sur

Supermarket South Beach Store

Supermarket LICORERÍA EL PACÍFICO

Supermarket Miscelania Sánchez

Supermarket Ocean Market San Juan del Sur

Supermarket Pulperia Mama Nena

Supermarket Ahorra Más - San Juan del Sur

Supermarket Palí

Tourist Attraction Horse tours Cascante

Tourist Attraction Bahía Portal del Mar

Tourist Attraction El Encanto del Sur

Tourist Attraction Cristo de La Misericordia

Tourist Attraction Cara del Indio

Tourist Attraction Santa Elena

Tourist Attraction Cocodrilo Juancho

Tourist Attraction Finca el Estero

Tourist Attraction Canopy Tour San Juan del Sur, Da'Flying Frog, Zip Line.

Historical Landmark Path Off Of Beach

Historical Landmark Old Dock property 6HT

Historical Landmark William Walker Fortress

Historical Landmark El Vigia

Historical Landmark El Faro (The Lighthouse)

About

Weather

Brito, Rivas,

Playground Parquecito Barrio Pedro Joaquín Chamorro!

Playground Escuela Integral

Playground Park San Juan del Sur

Park Roger's land

Hiking Area Fauna

Park Food Park San Juan del Sur

Park Malecón de San Juan del Sur

Park Central Park

Park Finca Las Nubes

Bar Bar el Ranchito

Restaurant Juanita's Kitchen

Bar ubuntu beach club

Bar Maderas Sunset Bar

Restaurant Tacos Locos

Bar Hostal 3 Hermanos

Restaurant Studio Café Bar & Grill Pueblo Maderas

Cafe The Maderas Café

Bar The Jungle Dream

Supermarket Seaside Shop

Supermarket Agua roca san juan del sur

Supermarket South Beach Store

Supermarket LICORERÍA EL PACÍFICO

Supermarket Miscelania Sánchez

Supermarket Ocean Market San Juan del Sur

Supermarket Pulperia Mama Nena

Supermarket Ahorra Más - San Juan del Sur

Supermarket Palí

Tourist Attraction Horse tours Cascante

Tourist Attraction Bahía Portal del Mar

Tourist Attraction El Encanto del Sur

Tourist Attraction Cristo de La Misericordia

Tourist Attraction Cara del Indio

Tourist Attraction Santa Elena