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The beaches in and around Cabo San Lucas are some of the most breathtaking in Mexico. Soft sandy beaches with clean waves lapping on the shore are certain to make some incredible scenes for photos and videos of your vacation in Cabo.

The best hotels in Cabo San Lucas enjoy direct beach access, however, there are many that do not have a beach and you will want to find some great public beaches to enjoy. Take a look at this short list of some of the best beaches in and around Cabo San Lucas.

The Stranded Boat Beach (Playa Barco Varado)

You will be able to recognize this beach easily by the hull of a Japanese fishing boat that sticks out from the sand. The boat has been a feature of this lovely beach since 1964. Here you can enjoy lots of magical rock pools. The snorkeling is great here too.

The Beaches in and Around Cabo San Lucas - Playa Barco Varado

Santa Maria Bay

If you travel a little further south from Playa Barco Varado, you will come to Santa Maria Bay. This area provides a great spot for swimming and snorkeling; and you can rent snorkel gear as well as other water sport equipment.

Playa Chileno

For an action packed afternoon at the beach with sellers and equipment rental, Playa Chileno provides a great beach for those who want to windsurf, rent jet skis or go water skiing.

The Beaches in and Around Cabo San Lucas - Playa Chileno

El Bleditio

This beach is nice for fishing or swimming, and there are many vendors here selling some wonderful souvenirs and beachwear from Cabo San Lucas. There are also a number of 5 star hotels here.

Playa Buenos Aires

A great surfing beach with some basic services and stunning views. The currents here are strong so not recommended for leisurely swimming, but ideal for surfing.

The Beaches in and Around Cabo San Lucas - Playa Buenos Aires

Palmilla and Arroyo Seco Beaches

Two quaint calm beaches in Cabo San Lucas for swimming where you can rent equipment for snorkeling, diving, windsurfing and jet skis, as well as organize fishing tours.

Acapulquito Beach

This Cabo beach is great for surfing and offers a restaurant and a trailer park for camping or vans.

Punta Gorda Beach

This is a beach for nature lovers. The white rock of the cliffs here make strange shapes and offers habitat to wonderful nesting birds. A great opportunity for photos in Cabo San Lucas.

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