One of the most popular beaches on Vieques, Red Beach combines tranquility and accessibility. Red Beach (known locally as Playa Caracas is part of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge.
Red Beach is a wide crescent of soft sand, open and inviting, with a sea cliff to the right and rocks to the left. Coconut palms line the beach, along with small gazebos with charcoal grills.
Playa Caracas is perfect for swimming, with mild waves and a sandy bottom. Snorkelers looking for great reefs should explore the rocky area to the left and the small cayo just offshore. Look for established coral and sea fans or hunt for octopus and spiny lobster!
Photos of Red Beach: Red Beach Sunset
Red Beach is a short drive from Isabel II or Esperanza along Rt. 997. Enter the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge gate, and follow the road past the Barracks. Turn right at the Red Beach/Playa Caracas. sign. Follow until you reach Red Beach.
Nearby Garcia Beach is equally beautiful and more private.
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.