Steps Beach (Tres Palmas Reserve)
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Access & Facilities
Roadside parking along Barrio Ensenada. Entry via sandy shore and concrete steps. Rocky reef entry requires careful foot placement during low swell conditions.
⚠️ Hazards & Safety Gates
- ⚠️ Heavy Surf In Winter
- ⚠️ Sharp Elkhorn Coral
- ⚠️ Strong Currents
- ⚠️ Sea Urchins
Note: Always evaluate local surf, weather, and ocean conditions before entering the water.
Conditions & Data Provenance
These values are reference observations unless explicitly labeled as live provider data. Check the timestamp and official advisories before entering the water.
| Parameter | Value | Source | Confidence | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Water Temperature C | 28.2 | CARICOOS Rincón Station Editorial Baseline |
HIGH | 2026-08-01 |
| Wave Height M | 0.6 | CARICOOS Editorial Baseline |
HIGH | 2026-08-01 |
| Visibility M | 15.0 | Tres Palmas Dive Log Editorial Baseline |
HIGH | 2026-07-31 |
| Sargassum Level | none | CARICOOS Editorial Baseline |
HIGH | 2026-08-01 |
| Bacterial Water Quality | safe | SwimSafe PR Editorial Baseline |
HIGH | 2026-07-30 |
Observed Marine Species (11)
Common fish and marine life encountered at Steps Beach (Tres Palmas Reserve):
📜 Regulations & Marine Reserve Rules
Reserva Marina Tres Palmas rules apply. DRNA no-take marine protected area. Do not step on or touch endangered Elkhorn Coral (Acropora palmata).