The 11 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
From the 6 guides that rank for "best beaches in baja california"
Named by 3 of 61. Playa BalandraA shallow, sheltered bay near La Paz made up of seven beaches, with water no deeper than waist level.The calm water suits families with children, and the mushroom rock is the beach's landmark.
Named by 2 of 62. Playa TecoloteA long Sea of Cortez beach just past Balandra with steady wind for kitesurfing and views of Espiritu Santo Island.It has no permit cap and is far less crowded than Balandra, but there is no shade.
Named by 2 of 63. Playa El MédanoCabo's lively main beach, lined with restaurants, bars and shops, with water sports on offer.Swimming is safe in the lee of the arch, while other beaches nearby have riptides.
Named by 2 of 64. Playa Santa MaríaA protected cove known for snorkeling among colorful fish and coral reefs.Arrive by 9am, because tour boats from Cabo bring crowds around 10:30.
Named by 2 of 65. Playa SantispacOne of the popular beaches along Bahía Concepción, which has over 50 miles of beach.One page says you can camp on the sand and the water is calm for swimming and kayaking. It places the beach in the Bay of La Paz, which differs from the other page.
6. Cabo PulmoA national marine park for snorkeling and diving, with the only living hard-coral reef on North America's Pacific coast.It has no big resorts and very few people.
7. Los Cerritos BeachOne of the few swimmable places on a coast with big riptides, according to the guide's author.About an hour from Cabo San Lucas and 20 minutes from Todos Santos.
8. Playa El RequesonBahía Concepción is about 20 miles south of Mulegé, which works as a base for beach hopping.
9. Playa La MisiónA wide sandy beach a short drive south of Ensenada, good for picnics and beach volleyball.
10. Rosarito BeachKnown for a lively atmosphere and good surfing waves, with free beach access.
11. Dunas de SoledadShifting white dunes about 6 miles north of Guerrero Negro that run down to the Pacific.Pick a place for live fares. Watch them and we alert you when they drop.
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Travel guides most often name December to April as the best time to visit Baja California.