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Punta-Penitas beach

Ipala, Mexico

#73 out of 86 in Jalisco

6.8

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Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Good for Surfing

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Located outside the settlement

La Cruz de Loreto • 13.7 km

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Tourist Attraction Punta Peñitas Beach

8.8 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Playa peñitas de la Cruz

9.4 - Excellent 490m

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About

Punta-Penitas beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 73th place out of 86 beaches in the Jalisco region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Punta-Penitas beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Penitas-de-la-Krus beach, which has a rating of 6.7.

Punta-Penitas beach (Jalisco) is located outside the La Cruz de Loreto settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Punta-Penitas beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+30 ^o C +24 ^o C

Air temperature

3.2 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

La Cruz de Loreto • 13.7 km

Map of beach

Tourist Attraction Punta Peñitas Beach

8.8 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Playa peñitas de la Cruz

9.4 - Excellent 490m

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

What to do in Punta-Penitas beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Punta-Penitas beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Nearest Beaches

490m 6 min walk

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Mayto Love beach Mayto Love beach

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Tortuguero Mayto Tortuguero Mayto

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Playa Mayto Playa Mayto

6.8 Good

32.8km

Mayto beach Mayto beach

7.2 Good

37.1km

Corrales beach Corrales beach

8.1 Very good

37.8km

Corrientes beach Corrientes beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

La Cruz de Loreto • 13.7km

Transport

Airport

PVR • 71.9km

Bus Station

El Tuito • 34.1km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

6.8 Good

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Average Reviews rating

6.8 Good

Emilio Zavala Alvarez

2 Very poor

I wouldn't recommend this beach to anyone due to the terrible road leading to it. We were unable to reach the destination as we were afraid of getting into an accident.

March 2023

Rafael Martinez.

10 Exceptional

This beach is absolutely lovely and perfect for riding rzrs. Additionally, there are multiple sand dunes to explore.

March 2023

Midnight Playtime

2 Very poor

Jelej

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Punta-Penitas beach?

The coastline of Punta-Penitas beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. 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 Punta-Penitas beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Punta-Penitas beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Punta-Penitas beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the Punta-Penitas beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the Punta-Penitas beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

Is the Punta-Penitas 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 gentle.

Is the Punta-Penitas beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Punta-Penitas beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Punta-Penitas beach.

How far is the Punta-Penitas beach from parking?

The Punta-Penitas 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Punta-Penitas beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Punta-Penitas beach is June. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 25°C and water 25°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Punta-Penitas beach (Jalisco) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Punta-Penitas beach (Jalisco) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.