Balneario El Escambrón
San Juan metroNot verified: Scores estimated from public sources, pending an on-site check: they may change.
Reef-protected public beach in San Juan, next to Old San Juan. Calm water and snorkeling around the remains of an old bridge, where turtles are sometimes seen.
Score by profile
How scores workSnorkel
59
Relax
63
Family
81
Ratings
- Access5/5
Paved parking next to the sand
- Snorkel3/5
Rocks or reef patches nearby
- Marine life3/5
Common reef fish
- Water clarity3/5
5–10 m
- Calm waters4/5
- Beach comfort4/5
- Tranquility2/5
Amenities
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Lifeguard
- Food nearby
- Natural shade
Tips
- The best snorkeling is around the old bridge pilings.
- Paid parking next to the beach; it fills up on weekends.
- Visibility drops after heavy rain.