Playa Costa Azul - San Jose del Cabo

You won't have to bring your surfboard unless you're totally a pro. Playa Costa Azul in San Jose del Cabo does offer some breathtaking waves. But they also rent surfboards for people of all skill sets. In fact, there are some great places along the beach to just settle back and watch it all happen. If you are going to get out into it, make sure you talk with locals at the shops about the beach and areas of danger, depending on the tides. Most importantly, be safe, have fun. That's not too much to ask here.

No better way to start off the beaches along San Jose del Cabo than to offer up the Mexican Riviera's own Blue Coast! It's Playa Costa Azul and is a famous surf hangout for locals and tourists. Two world class breaks, Zipper and La Roca are right here at Playa Costa Azul.

You can see the beach from along the highway. Stop around kilometer 27 and take a look. All the way to kilometer 29, this Blue Coast is where the action is at. And it's easy to get involved.
Even if you didn't plan a surf holiday, the fun on a board can't be matched - the thrill of riding a wave! It's not too hard to learn, thanks to the Costa Azul Surf Shop which will not only rent you a board that will be easy to ride, but give you a few lessons and help you get up on your first wave!

There are plenty of nearby services as well. If you're hungry from a day of surfing, head over to Zipper's or Dante's restaurants. From fast food to the local cuisine, you'll be refueling for another day big waves and sun - you'll definitely want to come back.

But beware; Zippers and La Roca are intermediate to expert surf breaks. No beginners here. If you're starting, Costa Azul Surf Shop will start you out where it's safe for you.

Playa Costa Azul is at kilometer 28 and is accessed by the Costa Azul Bridge. The locals say... you can't miss it. We say - you won't want to!

Playa Costa Azul - BEACH INDEX:

• Sand - medium/heavy grain, coral/shell/rock.
• Facilities - around the area, convenience store nearby.
• Shade - cliffs and palms.
• Sports - this is surf territory.
• Notes - stay away from the big surf break Zippers and La Roca unless you know what you're doing. Don't chance it far away from home. Great photo op beach! Recommended.

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Punta Pescadero - Los Cabos

Just as they did decades ago, people flock to Baja California to fish. One of the most beautiful bays to fish is the points at Punta Pescadero Beach in Los Cabos. It doesn't take long to get set up. Local companies can equip you and tell you the best spots along the shore to reel 'em in. Or you can just watch where the locals hang out and go 50 yards down the beach and try your luck. Chances are you'll be pulling 'em in like the locals in no time.

If you've been working your way through the East Cape beaches and small towns and villages, after Buena Vista and Los Barriles, you will come upon the breathtaking coastline of Punta Pescadero. As the name implies - this is indeed "Fishermen's Point".

Many get to Punta Pescadero by flying in. There are companies that offer packages with fly-in's and accomodation, followed by all the sports fishing you can handle.

Here, you could easily pull the car over anywhere along the coast and walk down to the beach. And, you'd be alone. A nice trip might be snorkeling several spots along the way around Punta Pescadero. We found several areas just perfect with rock outcroppings and water so crystal clear it was incredible.

There is a resort in Punta Pescadero. If you'd like, you can stop to eat at the restaurant and then head back out to enjoy the beaches. Remember to take plenty of water. There are no facilities in the area and whatever you take with you ... is it.

Punta Pescadero - BEACH INDEX:

• Sand - coral/shell/rock mix. Some debris.
• Facilities - none.
• Shade - some trees.
• Sports - snorkel, dive, surf. Use the buddy system, always.
• Notes - be adventurous! You only live once.

Coming up is one of the fun spots along the coast where they'll hang you upside down for fun - and we have a picture to prove it. Next!! >>