Playa Las Coloradas

The shallow salt lagoons contain concentrated saline water that turns deep pink due to microorganisms and specific algae present in the water.

The salt production industry in Las Coloradas dates back to Mayan times, when indigenous communities extracted salt from the coastal lagoons.

Local fishermen from Rio Lagartos maintain traditional fishing methods while working alongside the industrial salt production facilities near the pink lakes.

Visitors can access the beach and salt flats between 9 AM and 5 PM, though swimming is not permitted in the pink waters due to safety regulations.

The natural pink color of the water varies in intensity throughout the day, creating different shades based on sunlight and salt concentration levels.

Location: Río Lagartos

Address: Las Son, 83430 San Luis Río Colorado, Yuc., Mexico 83430 83430

Opening Hours: Poniedziałek-Niedziela 09:00-17:00

GPS coordinates: 21.61016,-87.99066

Latest update: March 3, 2025 20:59