Playa Escondida (Junquillal, La Cruz)
Beach · Guanacaste · hidden gem
A little beach between the Junquillal wildlife refuge and Playa Corona, known for gentle waves that suit families.
- Cost
- Free
- Time there
- 1.5 h
- Best time
- morning
- Kids
- 7 / 10
- View
- 7 / 10
- Crowds
- 1 / 10
- Swimming
- 7 / 10
- Effort
- 3 / 10
- Location
- 10.98608, -85.6999 — Google Maps
Before you go
- Swimming
- Only when the water is calm
- Kids
- Good for kids
- Checked
- 2026-10
Tip
Bring everything for a picnic; there are no stands.
Be careful
No lifeguards; swim only in calm conditions.
Sources: OpenStreetMap node/4636152701 · https://www.ict.go.cr/flipbook/guias/flip-en/GUIA_GUANACASTE_NORTE/files/basic-html/page40.html