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Bahia de Petacalco

Bahía de Petacalco

Petacalco, Mexico

#59 out of 87 in Guerrero

6.9

Good

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

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Located within the settlement

Petacalco • 0.5 km

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About

Bahia de Petacalco is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 59th place out of 87 beaches in the Guerrero region The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, 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.

Bahia de Petacalco coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

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

Bahia de Petacalco is located in Guerrero within Petacalco, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+31 ^o C +25 ^o C

Air temperature

5.3 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Petacalco • 0.5 km

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Area

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Localities

Nearest

Petacalco • 570m

Transport

Airport

LZC • 12.6km

Bus Station

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6.9 Good

Nadia Valdez

10 Exceptional

Wow

March 2023

"La yegua plateada"

10 Exceptional

The beach has gray sand with pebbles, and it is a great spot to grab a bite to eat.

March 2023

Nico Alejandro Ramos

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Super

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Bahia de Petacalco?

Bahia de Petacalco has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. 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 Bahia de Petacalco?

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

Is the Bahia de Petacalco good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

Bahia de Petacalco does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Bahia de Petacalco 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 gentle.

Is the Bahia de Petacalco secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. 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 Bahia de Petacalco?

The bar is located right on the Bahia de Petacalco.

How far is the Bahia de Petacalco from parking?

The Bahia de Petacalco 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 Bahia de Petacalco?

The month with the highest temperature in Bahia de Petacalco is July. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 28°C and water 29°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Bahia de Petacalco (Guerrero) 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.Bahia de Petacalco (Guerrero) 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.