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A little about Playa Zipolite, The Beach of the Dead . . .

Playa Zipolite, Oaxaca, Southern Mexico, on the Pacific Ocean. A little bit about my favorite little get-away on this small world of ours.

Zipolite, a sweaty 30-minute walk west from Puerto Angel, brings you to Playa Zipolite and another world. The feeling here is 1970's - Led Zep, Marley, and scruffy gringos.

A long, long time ago, Zipolite beach was usually visited by the Zapotecans...who made it a magical place. They came to visit Zipolite to meditate, or just to rest.

Recently, this beach has begun to receive day-trippers from Puerto Angel and Puerto Escondido, giving it a more TOURISTY feel than before.

Most people come here for the novelty of the nude beach, yoga, turtles, seafood, surf, meditation, vegetarians, discos, party, to get burnt by the sun, or to see how long they can stretch their skinny budget.

I post WWW Oaxaca, Mexico, Zipolite and areas nearby information. Also general budget, backpacker, surfer, off the beaten path, Mexico and beyond, information.

REMEMBER: Everyone is welcome at Zipolite.

ivan

Sunday, March 15, 2026

🌊 Advisory for Visitors and Residents of the Oaxacan Coast Due to the presence of a "mar de fondo" (swell) phenomenon, our beaches are experiencing strong, continuous waves. Authorities recommend: • Follow the instructions issued by the State Civil Protection Coordination and local municipalities. • Heed all flags and signage warning of hazardous conditions. • Remain in safe areas, away from the surf and dangerous currents. 🛟 Acting with caution ensures that you can enjoy our beaches safely and responsibly.

 Secretaría de Turismo del Estado de Oaxaca

Atención a visitantes y población de la Costa oaxaqueña
Por la presencia del fenómeno de mar de fondo, nuestras playas presentan oleaje fuerte y continuo. Las autoridades recomiendan:
• Seguir las indicaciones de la Coordinación Estatal de Protección Civil y de los municipios.
• Respetar las banderas y señalizaciones que alertan sobre condiciones de riesgo.
• Permanece en zonas seguras, alejadas del oleaje y de corrientes peligrosas.
Actuar con precaución permite disfrutar de nuestras playas de manera segura y responsable.


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