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Beach · Sayulita, Nayarit
Playa de los Muertos (Sayulita)
Small cove south of Sayulita with calm water, reached by a trail that passes the village cemetery.
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About Playa de los Muertos (Sayulita)
Playa de los Muertos is a small cove about a 15-minute walk from Sayulita’s center. The path follows the coastal street and passes the village cemetery, colorful and full of flowers, which gives the beach its name.
Sheltered by rocks on both sides, the cove usually has calm water, good for swimming and for children. The surrounding rocks host fish, and snorkeling is possible on clear-water days.
The beach is small and fills up at midday and on weekends. There is little infrastructure: some vendors and tree shade at the back of the sand.
On Day of the Dead, in early November, the cemetery along the path receives families who decorate the graves with flowers and candles.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
Two to three hours.
Best time
In the morning, before the cove fills up.
How to get there
On foot, about 15 minutes south of Sayulita center, along the coastal street and the cemetery path.
Tip
Respect the cemetery along the way: it is a place visited by the village families.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Playa de los Muertos (Sayulita)
Where is Playa de los Muertos in Sayulita?
South of the village, about a 15-minute walk, passing the cemetery.
Is Playa de los Muertos calm?
It usually is, being a cove protected by rocks. It’s good for swimming and for children.
Why is it called Playa de los Muertos?
Because of the village cemetery, which is on the path to the beach.