There are no services here so bring what you need. Insider tip- before tourists this was called playa Chapita after the local prostitute. It was later called Playa Amore which is Lover’s Beach. Divorce Beach is where you ended up if you came home smelling like Chapita!
Next up is Playa Medano in the heart of Cabo San Lucas. This is the most popular beach in Los Cabos and for good reason. You have everything you need for a great day of beach fun. A very busy beach indeed with water sports, vendors, beach clubs, great restaurants and a calm beach that is one of the most swimmable in the area. Insider Tip- the beach massages are the best deal at $30 for 50 minutes.
On the far side of Cabo Bay is our personal favorite Monuments Beach. This is our closet beach to our corporate headquarters and where we get a lot of work and play accomplished. You have a ripping surf break in front of the Cape Hotel and some hidden coves further down to the right. This is a dog-friendly locals beach where everyone is happy and quick to lend a smile. We use this beach for early morning runs, lounging and swimming on calmer days, and even a beach fire at night with epic sunsets. Insiders Tip- this is one of the best spots for photos with through the arch visuals.
Nearby is one of the best-kept secrets, Cabo Bello Beach. Hard to find but worth the effort. Another dog-friendly locals beach with a protected area for swimming and snorkeling. Sandwiched between Misiones and Serena Del Mar resort it doesn’t get too crowded except for major Holidays. There are cool tidal pools and huge boulders to explore. Many weddings are held here. Insiders Tip- you gain access through the residential area Cabo Bello. They must let you through with an ID. Since all beaches in Mexico are public.
Cabo Del Sol Beach next to The Sheraton Hacienda Del Mar. This is an under the radar beach that is very quiet and easy to get to with a rent a car. This is a great beach for a long walk. Head to the right for privacy and cool coves to explore. Inside’s Tip- While the private Cove Club exclusive community further down from the parking is new and they are sensitive to outsiders, stay near the water and you are good to go.
Playa Los Viudas is another quiet beach just a half-mile east of Cabo Del Sol. With its craggy rocks and steep drop off, you must be careful. During low tide, there are little pools where you can plunge. The area is being transformed by Twin Dolphin but there is good parking and a changing room and public baths. Insider Tip- walk around past the point to the left and you have a great stretch where you can walk all the way to the private Maravilla Beach Club.
Santa Maria Bay- this is a favorite beach that is shaped like a crescent moon. It is one of the most popular for day tours on boats and catamarans. Being protected for swimming, snorkeling, kayaks, and SUP boards makes this a bit busy during peak season. The new Montage has an enviable location on this beach. It is a shame you can no longer drive up to this beach but they do offer good parking and facilities. Insider Tip- now that they are no longer dog friendly, we take a private charter catamaran that is dog friendly and spend the day. Woof woof.
Chileno Bay is another favorite for tourists and locals alike and popular with boat charters as well. This is a reef that attracts amazing aquatic life. The position of the reef gives us a few choice coves that are usually calm and swimmable year-round. The parking area is large but can get busy on weekends. There is handicap access and they have clean facilities. Insider’s Tip- head to the right and past the Chileno Bay Resort for the quietest side and the easiest for swimming.
Playa Palmilla- this is a historic location where the first resort Palmilla was built. This protected beach is still a local favorite and for the panga fishing fleet as well. There are good facilities, shade, and permanent showers and restrooms. Insiders Tip- during low tide you can walk to a series of sea caves and arches.
Playa Costa Azul and the three surf breaks-Old Mans, The Rock and Zippers. This is the famous surfing area that has something for every skill level. The easiest parking is at Zippers or go early and park near the Surf Hotel and walk through the tunnel. The beach is a bit rocky in spots. Old Man’s is the easiest and friendliest of the three, The Rock is bigger and Zippers is a fast powerful surf break. Insider Tip- try breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Cabo Surf Hotel.
Further out of Los Cabos you have endless options up and down both coasts. We explore them all and find it well worth it to venture further. The east cape is a world unto itself. The closest is La Laguna with great rock formations and privacy galore. Shipwrecks has a nice paved road almost the whole way there. It is a go-to surf break and we like the kayak surfing option here as well. You can pull up on the beach being aware of turtle season and set up camp for the day bringing plenty of food and cold beverages. There are a few hotels to choose from or many desire to camp on the beach. Insider Tip- being apples or carrots for the burros and you will make many new friends.
Cerritos is one of many Pacific side beaches and is fast becoming developed. We like the laid back surfer feel of this place. It is typically a colder water area so the summers are most popular. Cerritos has a shallow sandy beach and is perfect for all sorts of skill levels. Plenty of surf shacks and surf schools where you can rent a surf or boogie board. Insider Tip- park at Cerritos Surf Town pay their day pass and get most of it back in food and beverage while enjoying the lounge beds at the pool. They have a great restaurant bar and the best pool in the area.
Well, that covers it for the most part. I have a few secret spots I’m going to hold back. This is for the love of my surfing friends and for the safety of my family. Hope you understand.
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