Salina Cruz
Mexico · Estado de OaxacaMX
City in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico
Salina Cruz is a major seaport on the Pacific coast of the Mexican state of Oaxaca. It is the state's fourth-largest city and is the municipal seat of the municipality of the same name. It is part of the Tehuantepec District in the west of the Istmo Region. The city had a 2020 census population of 76,660, while its municipality, with an area of 131.9 km2 (50.9 sq mi) had a population of 84,438, the state's fifth-largest municipality in population.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 84,438
- Coordinates
- 16.175, -95.194
- Timezone
- America/Mexico_City
- Elevation
- 60 m
Overview of Salina Cruz
Salina Cruz belongs to Estado de Oaxaca, Mexico and has the feel of a medium-sized town. Around 84,438 people live here. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. The local offer centres on water sports. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Salina Cruz
Water Sports in Salina Cruz
(5)Looking for water sports? Salina Cruz has Bodyboard, Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing, Sailboats and Surf. Plan them together and you have a full day. The list follows Salina Cruz's own activity tags.
Best time to visit Salina Cruz
The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best.
Getting there & around
Salina Cruz pairs regional access with a walkable core. Set your clock to America/Mexico_City on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Salina Cruz that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Salina Cruz known for?
- Travellers associate Salina Cruz with water sports. It sits in Estado de Oaxaca, Mexico and counts about 84,438 residents.
- What can you do in Salina Cruz?
- Salina Cruz is tagged with Bodyboard, Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing, Sailboats and Surf, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Salina Cruz?
- The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best.
- Where is Salina Cruz located?
- Salina Cruz belongs to Estado de Oaxaca, Mexico, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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