The best beaches and coves of Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park
In Alojame, we show you the best beaches and coves of Almeria and how to get to there 😉

Los Genoveses Beach
For many beach goers, Los Genoveses is the most beautiful beach in the national park, composed of fine sand and crystal clear waters. Access by car is controlled during the summer. If you want to go by car, you will have to go early.
- Type of beach: Fine sand
- Access: By car/on foot/by bus from San José
- Difficulty of access: Easy
- Water entry: Very gentle
- Services: No

San Pedro Cove
After walking down a winding path or arriving by boat, you will reach a paradise of turquoise water, fine sand, and a landscape outlined by vegetation and white volcanic rock. San Pedro Cove is a dream place to spend the day.
- Type of beach: Fine sand
- Access: By boat /On foot +30min from Las Negras
- Difficulty of access: Medium
- Entry to the water: Very gentle
- Services: No

Agua Amarga Beach
Agua Amarga is one of the most beautiful villages in Cabo de Gata-Níjar National Park. Hidden between two white rock cliffs, we find the oasis of Agua Amarga, a charming village with a very special atmosphere.
- Type of beach: Fine sand
- Access: Urban beach
- Difficulty of access: Accessible
- Entrance to the water: Shallow water for a few meters
- Services: Yes

Mónsul Beach
You will recognize Mónsul by its magnificent central rock. A wonderful beach that is famous appearing in many movies, commercials, and video clips. Mónsul hass crystal clear water and fine sand dunes.
- Type of beach: Fine sand
- Access: Car/Walk/Bus from San José
- Difficulty of access: Easy
- Water entry: Very gentle
- Services: No

Las Salinas Beach
With more than 5 km of beachline, Las Salinas is the largest beach in the national park. Las Salinas is named after the surrounding salt flats. Nearby there is a lagoon full of flamingos as well as a beautiful chapel just a few meters from the shoreline.
- Type of beach: Fine/coarse sand.
- Access: Semi-urban
- Difficulty of access: Easy
- Water entrance: Shallow water for a few meters
- Services: Nearby

El Playazo de Rodalquilar
A beach filled with fine, golden sand, transparent water, and natural pools. Close by is the Castle of San Ramon. El Playazo is a real wonder with small coves on one side and the rest filled with fine sand.
- Type of beach: Fine sand
- Access: By car/on foot from Rodalquilar
- Difficulty of access: Easy
- Water entry: Very gentle
- Services: No

La Isleta del Moro Beach
Just at the entrance to the village of La Isleta del Moro, you will discover its wonderful beach with the great Peñón Blanco (white rock), which beach is named after. A few meters away, you will find great bars and restaurants.
- Type of beach: Fine sand
- Access: Urban beach
- Difficulty of access: Easy
- Water entry: Very gentle
- Services: Yes

Los Escullos Beach
Formed by several coves, Los Escullos is frequently visited by scuba divers due to the large amount of marine life. You should not miss the fossil dune and the beautiful views from the road leading to Isleta del Moro!
- Type of beach: Fine sand
- Access: By car
- Difficulty of access: Easy
- Water entry: Gentle
- Services: No

Los Muertos Beach
Its deep blue water and pleasant sand make this beach one of the most beautiful in the park. The entrance to the water is somewhat abrupt since it almost covers you after entering, so you have to be careful. Nevertheless, it is an ideal spot to spend the day.
- Type of beach: Fine and coarse sand
- Access: On foot, between Agua Amarga and Carboneras
- Difficulty of access: Difficult
- Entry to the water: Rough
- Services: No

El Plomo Cove
Between Agua Amarga and Fernán Pérez, you will find the entrance to this incredible cove, formed by stones and fine sand, with water of great quality and cleanliness. A perfect beach for snorkeling and enjoying its marine life.
- Type of beach: Stones and fine sand
- Access: On foot from parking lot +5 min
- Difficulty of access: Medium
- Water entry: Very gentle
- Services: No

El Corralete Beach
Cabo de gata
- Type of beach: Fine/coarse sand
- Access: Semi-urban
- Difficulty of access: Easy
- Entrance to the water: Shallow water for a few meters
- Services: Nearby

San Jose Beach
San jose
- Type of beach: Fine sand
- Access: By car/on foot from Rodalquilar
- Difficulty of access: Easy
- Water entry: Very gentle
- Services: No
Now that you know the best beaches in Almeria...
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