Can You Swim at Lovers Beach?

Absolutely no swimming is allowed because the strong currents and powerful shore break is very dangerous. Lover's Beach (Playa de Amor) is located on the Sea of Cortez side near the famous stone arch (El Arco). The only access to this beach is by water taxi from the marina or Medano Beach.

Can you swim in the ocean at Cabo San Lucas?

So many visitors over the years have asked “Can you swim in the ocean in Cabo San Lucas?” and the answer is yes, as long as you take precautions and make sure that the beach you've chosen is right for your abilities.

Why is Cabo Ocean dangerous?

Beaches on the Pacific and Sea of Cortes sides of the southern Baja California peninsula near Cabo San Lucas can be dangerous due to strong currents, rip tides and rogue waves, according to the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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