San Pedro Mixtepec, Oaxaca: 5 Places to Visit, Map & Guide

5 places with their own page in the municipality of San Pedro Mixtepec, in the state of Oaxaca.

Map of San Pedro Mixtepec

Puerto Escondido · Town
The biggest town on the Oaxaca coast: a laid-back port with famous surf at Zicatela, calm coves for swimming and a lively evening scene.

Playa Bacocho · Beach
A long, open beach below Puerto Escondido's Bacocho neighbourhood, known for its sunsets and the daily release of olive ridley hatchlings.
Playa Carrizalillo · Beach
A small sheltered cove on Puerto Escondido's west side, reached by about 167 steps, with clear calm water for swimming, snorkelling and first surf lessons.
Playa Puerto Angelito · Beach
Two small, sheltered beaches in a cove west of central Puerto Escondido, with calm water for swimming and snorkelling.

Laguna de Manialtepec · Lagoon
A mangrove-lined coastal lagoon 16–18 km west of Puerto Escondido, visited by boat for birdwatching by day and glowing bioluminescent water by night.