Playa Grande is a nearly-endless stretch of sand on the south shore of Vieques. An isolated beach, it is not uncommon to have this mile-long beach to yourself.
Playa Grande offers solitude and scenery. A nearby mangrove lagoon attracts shorebirds. Frigates, pelicans and terns soar on the constant sea breezes.
The waters at Playa Grande are not the best for swimming; strong currents and large waves should discourage most swimmers. Playa Grande is excellent for beachcombing, with shells and interesting flotsam.
Those looking for a good two-mile hike can walk to the rocky Punta Vaca area, which has high sea cliffs and excellent views.
Playa Grande is about 2 miles west of Esperanza on the south coast of Vieques. Follow Rt. 996 until the road ends at a T-junction near an abandoned guard house. Playa Grande is left.
Follow the road, and you will reach a small parking area and a mangrove lagoon.
Sun Bay
With amenities and easy access, Sun Bay is a great beach for visitors.
Navio Beach
Wedged between rough cliffs with waves perfect for bodysurfing.
Blue Beach/Playa Chiva
A secluded beach with exceptional snorkeling reefs around Cayo Chiva.
Red Beach/Playa Caracas
A large white-sand beach with easy access and excellent snorkeling.
Garcia Beach/Playuela
Off the beaten path! Private, with snorkeling around a tiny cayo.
Green Beach/Punta Arenas
A peaceful, secluded shore with views of the Puerto Rico mainland.
Gringo Beach/Playa Gallito
Easily accessible beach, great for a picnic or a good swim.
Playa Grande
A near-endless stretch of sand; rough seas but great beachcombing.
Esperanza Cayos
The two small Cayos (islands) near Esperanza are there to explore.
Playa del Cocal
Wild horses, coconut palms and gently rolling Caribbean waves.
Media Luna
Powder-fine sand and a shallow, tranquil bay for complete relaxation.
Playa Voltios
A unique beach with splendid sunsets and views of Culebra Island.
Playa Negra
Very secluded beach with a long stretch of black volcanic sand.
Punta Vaca
A rough coast near Playa Grande with high sea cliffs.