30km (19 miles) W of Santa Cruz; 20km (12 miles) S of Tamarindo
A long, windswept beach that, for most of its length, is backed by grasslands, Playa Junquillal remains a nearly undiscovered gem on an increasingly crowded coast -- although this could change at any time. There's really no village to speak of here and the road is rough, so it's a good place to get away from it all and enjoy some unfettered time on a nearly deserted beach. The long stretch of white sand is great for strolling, and the sunsets are superb. When the waves are big, this beach is great for surfing, but can be a little dangerous for swimming. When it's calm, jump right in.
