Playa Solmar
Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Playa Solmar is a wide Pacific beach west of Land's End in Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico, in front of the resorts at the tip of the peninsula. Strong currents and a heavy shore break make swimming unsafe. People come for sunset walks, whale watching in winter and views of the rocks.
A striking sunset and whale watching setting, but the water is off limits for swimming.
How we score beachesCome at sunset and keep your feet out of the surf. In winter, whales can be spotted from the shore.
Public beach reached from the resort end of town. Park on nearby streets or take a rideshare.
Access is from the resort area down onto soft sand. Swimming is not advised because of the currents.
Whale season runs roughly December through April, and Pacific swell is strongest in summer. Hurricane season runs roughly June through November.
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