Playa Balandra, Protected beach and park in La Paz, Mexico.
The shallow turquoise waters of Playa Balandra extend across multiple small bays surrounded by desert hills and white sand formations.
In 2012, Mexican authorities designated 2,512 hectares of Balandra as a protected area to preserve its marine ecosystems and archaeological sites.
The beach features the Mushroom Rock formation, which became an environmental symbol of La Paz and appears on local promotional materials.
Visitors must choose between two daily entry periods, from 8:00 to 12:00 or 13:00 to 19:00, with a limit of 450 people per slot.
The beach maintains extensive mangrove forests that serve as nurseries for marine species and natural barriers against coastal erosion.
Location: La Paz
Address: Carretera a Pichilingue KM 7, HWY 11, Tecolote, 23040 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico 23040 23040
GPS coordinates: 42.77338,-86.21265
Latest update: May 15, 2025 21:44
These Mexican beaches provide natural settings away from tourist spots. From protected coves in Quintana Roo to sandy shores in Baja California Sur, you will find clear waters and native marine life. Many locations are accessible only by boat or sit near small fishing villages.
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