Puerto Rico

Crash Boat

The designation of "Crash Boat" as a beach pertains to a fishing vessel that collided with and submerged at the pier in its southern part. To this day, remnants of the vessel can be found lodged in the shallower waters of the beach.

Explore accommodation options near Crash Boat Beach and immerse yourself in its rich history and vibrant diving scenes around the iconic pier.

Notably, the beach is distinguishable by an imposing pier, which served as a rescue hub for American Air Force personnel who had to abandon their planes during World War II. Currently, the pier remains an ideal locale for diving enthusiasts, although it is no longer involved in recovery operations.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is beautiful and always busy, with plenty of food options and activities such as boat rentals and kayaking. However, visitors complain about the beach being too crowded on weekends and some broken picnic tables, as well as the unacceptable fact that the toilets are often locked and dirty.

Where to Stay near Crash Boat?

Visitors to Crash Boat Beach often stay in the nearby town of Aguadilla, which offers a variety of accommodations, from budget-friendly hotels to more luxurious resorts. Some visitors also choose to stay in the coastal town of Rincón, known for its surfing beaches, and make day trips to Crash Boat Beach to enjoy its unique diving spots.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Crash Boat?

Latitude: 18.4587557 / Longitude: -67.1639648

Crash Boat is located in Puerto Rico. The following map of Crash Boat shows the exact location.

Crash Boat: Weather Today

📅 Sunday, August 17, 2025
Today is not the best day for the beach. Be prepared for thunderstorms with hail. The maximum air temperature will be 28.9 °C. Expect very heavy rain. The wind will be strong, with even stronger gusts. The sea temperature is 29.5 °C, but with very high waves, it might be dangerous to swim. The cloud cover will be extensive, so sunbathing is not recommended. The UV index will not be high enough to cause any harm.
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Air

Low / High27.9°C/28.9°C
Feels Like (High)31.1°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature29.5 °C
Wave Height2.4 m
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Rain

Rain Chance100%
Rainfall53.4 mm
Rain Duration18 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:10/18:53
Sunshine Hours0.0 hrs
UV Index4.65
Cloud Cover100%
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Wind

Speed46.6 km/h
Gusts70.2 km/h
DirectionSW

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