Northwest surf coast
- Coast
The surf coast of the northwest, from the cliffs of Guajataca to Rincón. The road links Isabela's reef beaches, the old Ramey base and the lighthouse ruins of Punta Borinquen with Aguadilla, then follows the shore of Aguada to the point of Rincón, with its lighthouse and famous breaks.
Score by profile
Scenery
75
Coast
95
Relaxed
79
Adventure
80
Driving
55
Ratings
Mean of its stages, weighted by length.
- Scenery4/5
- Stops5/5
- Coast and beaches5/5
- Easy driving4/5
- Driving fun3/5
- Local food3/5
1Quebradillas to Aguadilla30 km · ≈ 55 min at the wheel
- Mirador de Guajataca
The lookout over the cliffs of Guajataca, where the trip begins.
- Túnel de Guajataca
The old railway tunnel by the sea.
- Playa Montones
Reef pools east of Jobos.
- Playa Jobos
Isabela's best-known beach, for surfing and sunsets.
- Ruinas del Faro de Punta Borinquen
The ruins of the first lighthouse, on the old Ramey base.
- Wilderness Beach
A surf beach below the cliffs of Ramey.
- Balneario Crash Boat
Aguadilla's famous beach of clear water and an old pier.
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2Aguadilla to Rincón27.8 km · ≈ 45 min at the wheel
- Mirador de Aguadilla
A lookout over the bay of Aguadilla.
- Playa El Espinar
A quiet beach of Aguada, on the shore road.
- Domes Beach
A classic surf break by the old nuclear plant dome.
- Faro de Punta Higüero
Rincón's lighthouse, the place for sunset and, in winter, whales.
- Steps Beach (Tres Palmas)
Clear water and coral for snorkelling on calm days.
- Balneario de Rincón
Rincón's public beach, calm, where the trip ends.
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Tips
- In winter the swell is big and the currents strong; many of these beaches are for surfers, not swimmers.
- Sunset from the lighthouse of Rincón is a classic; arrive early to park.