Western Coast
About Western Coast
The Western Coast brings together the beaches of Ahuachapán and Sonsonate. This area combines extensive beaches with estuaries, mangroves, and sea turtle nesting zones. You can navigate the channels by boat, observe coastal wildlife, enjoy the sea, or find calm areas with gentle waves to start surfing.
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Highlights
Snapshots that tell the story of Western Coast.
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Blue Coast
Wide beach with golden sand and strong surf.
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Bocana El Zapote
Where the river meets the sea.
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Barra de Santiago
Mangroves, turtles, and biodiversity in Ahuachapán.
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El Imposible National Park
The largest preserved forest in the country, featuring trails, rivers, and extraordinary biodiversity.
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Garita Palmera Beach
Black sand and strong waves of the west.
History of Western Coast
Since 2010, community projects for the conservation and protection of sea turtles have been documented. In 2014, Barra de Santiago was recognized as a Ramsar wetland of international importance.
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