Playa Rincón, Atlantic beach on Samaná Peninsula, Dominican Republic

Playa Rincón is a beach in Samaná Province, Dominican Republic, about 120 km northeast of Santo Domingo. It lies on the Samaná Peninsula, with white sand between two rocky capes, turquoise water and coconut palms along the shore. The surrounding land is covered with rainforest and wooded hills.

The Samaná Peninsula remained largely undeveloped until new highways and an airport were built in recent decades, making the area easier to reach. Since then, the coastline has slowly become a destination for visitors.

Playa Rincón lies in Samaná Province, about 120 km northeast of Santo Domingo, on the country's eastern side. The surrounding land is mostly covered by rainforest and woodland, and the climate is tropical monsoon, with April the warmest month at around 26 °C and December the coolest at about 22 °C. Annual rainfall reaches roughly 1,927 mm, and May is the wettest month.

The best time to visit is during months with less rain, when the sand is dry and the water is pleasant. Bring plenty of water and sun protection, as there is little shade and the sun is intense by the ocean.

The beach splits into two sections with very different conditions: the western end has calm water for swimming, while the eastern end has strong waves for surfing. This separation lets different visitors find what suits them best.