Chacala
Mexico · Estado de NayaritMX
Beach town on the Pacific coast of Mexico
Chacala is a beach town set in small cove on the Pacific coast of Mexico in the State of Nayarit. It is located near pueblo Las Varas, about 100 kilometers (62 mi) north of Puerto Vallarta, and is part of the coastline known as the Riviera Nayarita. The name means "where there are shrimp" in Náhuatl. The population consists of approximately 300 full-time residents but can swell to over 1000 during Mexico's most popular vacation periods, such as Semana Santa and Christmas. Chacala is known for its physical beauty and unhurried lifestyle.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 319
- Coordinates
- 21.167, -105.226
- Timezone
- America/Mazatlan
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Chacala
Chacala belongs to Estado de Nayarit, Mexico and has the feel of a small settlement. Records put its population near 319. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Its strongest draws are water sports, wellness and nature. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Chacala
Water Sports in Chacala
(2)Our data lists Sailboats and Swimming as water sports options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Chacala.
Wellness in Chacala
(2)Wellness lovers get Spa and Wellness. Everything listed here comes from what Chacala is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nature in Chacala
(1)The nature shortlist for Chacala: Beaches. All of it is drawn from Chacala's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Chacala
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Chacala is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Estado de Nayarit and continue by car or bike. Time zone: America/Mazatlan.
Similar destinations
Places near Chacala that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chacala known for?
- Chacala, in Estado de Nayarit, Mexico, is best known for water sports, wellness and nature. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 319 residents.
- What can you do in Chacala?
- Recorded activities in Chacala include Sailboats, Swimming, Spa, Wellness and Beaches. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Chacala?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Chacala located?
- Chacala is located in Estado de Nayarit, Mexico. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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