Playa Caracas, Sand beach in Vieques Island, Puerto Rico.
Playa Caracas is a sandy beach with white coral sand and turquoise water sheltered in a horseshoe-shaped bay. Rocky cliffs and tropical plants frame the shoreline, creating a natural enclosure around the swimming area.
The beach was called Red Beach during the U.S. Navy's military presence on Vieques Island before returning to its original name. This change in designation reflected the shift in the area's use after the military operations ended.
The beach serves as a gathering place where locals come for weekend sports and casual meals under palm shade. It remains an important spot for community events and family time in the island's social calendar.
Access to the beach comes through Route 997 in the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge, where shelters and picnic tables offer shade. Plan to arrive early for good seating spots, especially on weekends when the place draws more people.
The eastern section of the beach holds numerous healthy sea fans and abundant marine life, offering excellent snorkeling opportunities. This underwater landscape draws people seeking close views of coral and fish species.
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