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10 Reasons to visit Rocky Point

Posted on September 22, 2013January 7, 2021 by Charles
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Why Visit Rocky Point? Well, for starters it is situated on the dazzling Sea of Cortez in northern Mexico. Rocky Point is a major vacation destination for beach-lovers driving in from the Southwestern U.S. or flying in from around the globe.  If you’ve never experienced the authentic charms of Rocky Point or Puerto Penasco as it’s called in Mexico, you might want to plan a holiday or weekend getaway in this exciting beach town.  The following ten reasons are why so many travelers flock to sunny Rocky Point.

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Accommodations

Whether you’re hoping to rent a private villa or book a stay at a world-class resort, Rocky Point boasts many luxurious as well as budget-friendly places to hang your hat.  Vacationers come to Rocky Point as singles, couples, or with groups of friends and there are plenty of choices to suit any party of vacationers.

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Rocky Point Hotel

Here is a link to our Rocky Point Lodging page 

Beaches

While Sandy Beach is one of Rocky Point’s best-known beaches, there is actually a wide array of beaches with singular attractions.  From deserted stretches of white sands to crowds of sun-kissed tourists, you’ll find a favorite spot that will be your corner of Rocky Point forevermore!  Water sport and beachcombing are essential Rocky Point activities.

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Rocky Point Sonora Sunset

Sport Fishing Adventures

While summer is especially popular for fishing excursions to Rocky Point, there are actually fish to be caught in Rocky Point’s waters throughout the year.  Charter a boat and hook a red snapper or black sea bass.

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Fishing in Rocky Point

Visit Rocky Point: Golf

From the world-famous Links at Las Palomas to the Mayan Palace Golf Course, there are various courses around the city that attract golfers from near and far.  Golf is an important part of the city’s non-beach attractions.

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Golf Mexico

Whale Watching

Migrating gray whales have a thing about the Sea of Cortez and prefer to travel there each winter for calving and gorging on krill.  Watching the whales is a thrilling pastime for vacationers and locals alike.

Bird Island

Many vacationers book a trip to nearby Bird Island to experience the thrill of the open sea and the sea lions that make their home on the island.  Be sure to catch a glimpse of the island’s pelicans and other animal life that live there.

Visit Rocky Point for the: Nightlife

If your idea of a good time is dancing all night at a club or enjoying cocktails at an informal beach-side lounge, Rocky Point is filled with entertainment venues that know how to show vacationers a good time.  The city’s restaurants, bars, and clubs are highlights of the city’s nightlife venues.

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Girls enjoying the beach in Rocky Point for Spring Break

ATV Fun

A thrilling part of an adventure-filled Rocky Point vacation is a four-wheeling excursion into the hilly terrain outside the city or along the beaches.  ATV sport is a popular Rocky Point pastime that attracts the adventuresome set!

Rocky Point Off Road

Spectacular Scenery

Sunset beaches and surrounding deserts make this destination an extraordinarily beautiful locale.  Discover a Rocky Point sunrise on horseback or catch a view of the old part of town from a jet ski.  The natural beauty of Rocky Point is unsurpassed.

Rocky Point at Night
Rocky Point at Night

Shopping Fun

Visit Rocky Point for a wide array of boutiques and shops. The market and local arts and crafts scene boast plenty of souvenir choices that reflect the region’s singular style.  Bring home woven blankets or hand-painted pottery to remember your great time in Rocky Point.

These are just a few reasons to visit Rocky Point.  Whether you are planning a romantic getaway or a boys’ or girls’ weekend in Mexico, you’ll find that Rocky Point answers in every respect!

 

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