San Carlos

Sonora · Mexico

San Carlos

In the destination San Carlos and Guaymas.

In the photo: Marina and bay of San Carlos, Sonora.

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The city

What to expect from San Carlos.

San Carlos is a beach village with marinas in the municipality of Guaymas, on the Sea of Cortez coast, between volcanic mountains and the Sonora desert. The two‑peaked Cerro Tetakawi marks the bay. It has the Mirador Escénico, Los Algodones beach, coves for diving and boat trips to San Pedro Nolasco Island.

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The local experience

What to see in San Carlos

Tetakawi Hill
Mountain and trail

Tetakawi Hill

Two‑peaked volcanic hill above San Carlos bay, symbol of the village, with a trail to the top and views of the Sea of Cortez.

Scenic Lookout San Carlos
Viewpoint

Scenic Lookout San Carlos

Lookout over the coves of San Carlos, with views of the cliffs, blue water and the gulf’s islands.

Playa Los Algodones
Beach

Playa Los Algodones

Long beach of light sand and dunes at the foot of the range, north of San Carlos, facing the Sea of Cortez.

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