El Parquecito Beach

El Parquecito is a small curved cove near the center of Puerto Viejo, where small fishing boats line the white sand, and the water is calm and protected on two sides. Salsa Brava beach lies directly south, and Puerto Viejo Beach lies directly north of El Parquecito, and it is here where fishing nets are made the old-fashioned way and locals gather to check out the catch of the day. Snorkeling and swimming are fine at El Parquecito beach, and it's a favorite for children who wade in the gentle waters, but there is little space between the narrow stretch of sand and the road for sunbathing.