Pine Grove Beach, along with Isla Verde Beach and Carolina Beach, comprise what is known as Isla Verde Beach. Sheltered by an offshore reef, the calm, shallow waters at the western end of Pine Grove are ideal for swimming and snorkeling, and over at the east end, the rolling waves are popular with stand-up paddleboarders and beginner surfers. There are kiosks along the beach where you can sign up for lessons or rent a board.
There are no public facilities at Pine Grove Beach, but Carolina Beach, a short walk away, has restrooms, lockers, and outdoor showers.
Beach chairs and umbrellas are available for rent on the beach.
Pine Grove Beach is considered a good spot for kids and teens to learn how to surf.
Pine Grove Beach is located at the end of Isla Verde in San Juan, a short walk from most hotels. To access the beach, follow the walkways from Avenida Isla Verde. By car, take Route 187 towards the Piñones. Free public parking is available just west of the Ritz-Carlton, but spaces are limited.
During the winter season, from December to early April, you’ll encounter the largest crowds in San Juan, so expect a lot of noise and people then. Right after that, from mid-April to June, is considered the best time to visit the city: The weather is pleasant and most of the winter crowds have dissipated.
A popular nighttime attraction along the Puerto Rican coastline, Laguna Grande is one of three bioluminescent bays on the island of Puerto Rico. Tours allow you to see the bay’s fluorescent glow, caused by microscopic plankton that thrive in the lagoon’s shallow Caribbean waters. Trips are typically planned around the darkest nights of the month.
