BEACHES
Cabo offers countless stunning beaches and hidden gems, each with its own personality β from quiet coves to dramatic cliffs at sunset. Iβll guide you in choosing the perfect spot for your photoshoot, taking into account distance, tide, and the vibe that best matches your vision, and what would be best for your particular session.
π MONUMENTOS
CLOSER TO CABO SAN LUCAS
Highlights
π Location: Right on the entrance of Cabo San Lucas
π Sunset Factor: One of the best direct sunset light beaches in Cabo.
πͺ¨ Scenery: Direct view of El Arco de Los Cabos. Also, beautiful dramatic rocks in the background and a few of them on the ground level. We can use them as a background, sit beside them, or even climb on top of them for some wide and striking shots.
πΏ Vegetation: No vegetation on this location.
π» Restrooms: Yes! Available on-site.
Accessibility
π ΏοΈ Parking: Limited parking available. Usually crowded.
π€οΈ Path: Dirt ramp + light rocks ramp + medium distance walk on the sand to reach the best spot.
β οΈ Mobility: Not recommended for guests with difficulty walking
Atmosphere
π₯ Crowds: Very popular spot; expect other photoshoots happening at the same time.
πΈ Privacy: Low level of privacy depending on the day. More crowded on weekends.
π± CABO REAL
HALFWAY BETWEEN SAN JOSE AND SAN LUCAS
Highlights
π Location: A lesser-known public beach right off the highway, with no buildings or signage around β very natural and untouched.
π Light: Some direct sunset light, lots of shadow.
πͺ¨ Scenery: Dramatic rock formations dominate the landscape, combined with touches of vegetation like palm trees and beach grass. This gives a wider variety of backdrops compared to other beaches. Thereβs even a natural pathway that runs between rocks, perfect for unique shots.
π Atmosphere: Semi-private feel. While you may see other photoshoots or locals enjoying the beach, itβs generally less crowded than Monumentos.
πΏ Vegetation: Yes! Coastal greenery, like sea grass and an area with palm trees.
Accessibility
π ΏοΈ Parking: No formal parking lot β just small pull-off spots along the highway shoulder.
π€οΈ Path: Dirt ramp with rocks and some vegetation leading down to the sand.
π£ Walk: A short walk on the sand to reach the photo area (less distance than Monumentos).
π» Restrooms: None available on-site.
Atmosphere
π₯ Crowds: Fewer people compared to other popular Cabo beaches, though you might see some locals and the occasional photoshoot.
πΈ Privacy: Medium level of privacy depending on the day. More crowded on weekends.
π΄ PALMILLA
CLOSER TO SAN JOSΓ DEL CABO
Highlights
π Location: Closer to San JosΓ© del Cabo, with easy parking access
π Light: Less direct sunset light due to nearby rock formations, so most photos are taken in and around the rocks.
πͺ¨ Scenery: Features unique stone staircases and arches with a Spanish-hacienda feel β man-made but beautifully designed with rock. This detail sets Palmilla apart from other beaches
π¨ Background: More developed surroundings β some resorts may appear in the background of wide shots and greenery and palm trees.
πΏ Vegetation: Yes! Plenty of coastal greenery and palm trees on top of rocks are actually one of the main accents of this location.
Accessibility
π ΏοΈ Parking: Yes, there is a designated parking lot.
π» Restrooms: Yes! Available on-site.
π€οΈ Path: Medium walk from the lot to the best photo spots
Atmosphere
π₯ Crowds: Semi-private β fewer people compared to other Cabo beaches. Less chance of overlapping with other photoshoots.
πΈ Privacy: Medium level of privacy depending on the day. More crowded on weekends.
πͺ¨ Grand Velas
HALFWAY BETWEEN SAN LUCAS
AND SAN JOSe
Highlights
π A lesser-known public beach on an empty lot right off the highway, with no signs or buildings β completely natural and untouched.
π Light: Some direct sunlight, but mostly sunset glow. Also works beautifully at midday thanks to soft shadows cast by the surrounding rocks. The sunset glow here tends to last longer and spreads beautifully across the beach.
πͺ¨ Scenery: Predominantly rocky landscape with impressive formations of different shapes and heights. You can stand beside or on top of some rock hills for wide, dramatic shots that look elevated and cinematic. Thereβs also flat sand perfect for walking shots β something not every Cabo beach offers.
πΏ Vegetation: Minimal, with just small touches of coastal greenery.
Accessibility
π ΏοΈ Parking:Yes! this beach does have a public parking lot
π€οΈ Path: Dirt ramp leading down between rocks to reach the main shooting area.
π£ Walk: Requires light climbing and good balance; youβll need to walk down and up rocks.
β οΈ Mobility: Not recommended for guests with knee issues, limited mobility, or difficulty handling uneven terrain. Suitable for guests comfortable with regular stairs and light inclines.
π» Restrooms: None available on-site.
Atmosphere
π₯ Crowds: Very few people β one of the quietest and most private beaches in Cabo.
πΈ Privacy: High level of privacy, depending on the day. More crowded on weekends.
π VIUDAS BEACH
CLOSER TO SAN LUCAS
Highlights
π Location: Closer to San Lucas with easy parking access
π Light: Less direct sunset light due to nearby mountain and houses,
πͺ¨ Scenery: This beach actually has a Blue Flag Awards for being one of the most beautiful and pristine beaches.
π¨ Background: More developed surroundings β Luxury homes appear in the sides of wide shots
πΏ Vegetation: No Vegetation here.
Accessibility
π ΏοΈ Parking: Yes, there is a designated parking lot with secutirty
π» Restrooms: Available on-site.
π€οΈ Path: This is the option that has the least amount of walking out of all them.
Atmosphere
π₯ Crowds: Semi-private β fewer people compared to other Cabo beaches.
πΈ Privacy: Medium level of privacy. More crowded on weekends.
 
π CAMPESTRE BEACH
IN SAN JOSe DEL CABO
Highlights
π Easy access for all San Jose Locations with beautiful open sunset light.
π Light: Lots of direct sunlight and wind.
πͺ¨ Scenery: Open beach with no rocks, some mountains and resorts in the distance.
πΏ Vegetation: None
Accessibility
π ΏοΈ Parking:Yes! this beach does have a public parking lot
π€οΈ Path: Easy access on different points
π£ Walk: Requires light walking on the sand
β οΈ Mobility: Recommended for people with limited mobility
π» Restrooms: None available on-site.
Atmosphere
π₯ Crowds: This is a popular beach and has some tourist around.
πΈ Privacy: Medium level of privacy. More crowded on weekends.