Small Islets Off Punta Junquillal, Guanacaste

Rocky islets and the Pacific coastline visible from Mirador Junquillal overlook in Costa Rica.
Rocky islets and the Pacific coastline visible from Mirador Junquillal overlook in Costa Rica.

Punta Junquillal sits along the Pacific coast of Guanacaste Province, within the Nicoya Peninsula's dry tropical forest zone. The small rock islets offshore are typical of this stretch of coastline, formed by volcanic rock resistant to erosion while softer surrounding material wore away over time. The surrounding dry forest sheds its leaves seasonally, usually from December through April, as trees conserve water during Guanacaste's pronounced dry season. This region's combination of rocky points and sheltered coves has made it a draw for both small-scale fishing communities and coastal tourism in recent decades.

Taken February 2019

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