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Rincon Travel Guide

North of Mayagüez, on the westernmost point of the island, lies the small fishing village of Rincón, in the foothills of La Cadena mountains. It's not a sightseeing destination unto itself, but surfers from as far away as New Zealand say the area's reef-lined beaches, off Route 2 between Mayagüez and Rincón, are the best in the Caribbean. Surfers are particularly attracted to Playa Higüero, the beach at Punta Higüero, on Route 413, which ranks among the finest surfing spots in the world. During winter, uninterrupted swells from the North Atlantic form perfect waves, averaging 5 feet to 6 feet (1.5m-1.8m) in height, with ridable rollers sometimes reaching 15 feet to 25 feet (4.5m-7.5m). Read More

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Tres Sirenas Beach Inn

Sea Beach Drive
Rincon Map

Distance: 0.1 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0

Villa Cofresi

Road 115, Km. 12
Rincon Map

Distance: 0.1 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
Expert Rated & Recommended
4.0
from: $133

Lazy Parrot

CARR 413 KM 4.1 BO. PUNTAS
Rincon 00677 Map

Distance: 1.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 2 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
4.0

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Attractions

Rincon Bay

expert favorite attraction
Rincon, Puerto Rico

Distance: 0.9 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Rincón Bay consists of six small beaches grouped together, and offers a popular setting for sun... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0

West Coast Surf Shop

Calle Munoz Rivera 2E
Rincon, Puerto Rico

Distance: 0.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: West Coast Surf Shop specializes in watersport equipment, from new and used surf boards to kayaks and snorkeling gear. Rentals are also available.... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
4_0

Rio Camuy Cave Park

expert favorite attraction
HCO 2 7865-A
Route 129 Km 18.9
Camuy, Puerto Rico 00627

Distance: 28.6 mi. (from destination center)

Description: When sunlight streams into the entryway of these caves, formed by the Camuy River more than one... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
4_0

Airports

Major Airports near Rincon

Distance (mi.)
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin International Airport 82.4 map

Other Smaller Airports near Rincon

Distance (mi.)
Aguadilla Borinquen Airport 8.4 map
Mayaguez Eugenio M De Hostos Airport 10.8 map
Ponce Mercedita Airport 61.2 map

Flight Deals to Rincon

Originating From
Orlando (ORL) to San Juan (SJU) $191
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to San Juan (SJU) $191
Miami (MIA) to San Juan (SJU) $191
Chicago (CHI) to San Juan (SJU) $239
Tampa (TPA) to San Juan (SJU) $241

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