Overview
Troncones is a small, sleepy coastal town about 32 km (20 miles) northwest of Zihuatanejo on Mexico's Pacific coast. Hammocks and palm trees fill most yards, chickens roam the unpaved streets, and loud nightlife is virtually nonexistent—making it ideal for surfers, beach bums, and travelers seeking a quiet escape from busier resort areas.
Beach · Budget Travel · Day Trips · Nature · Surfing
Before you go
Activities
Troncones Point offers consistent left-break surfing best for confident surfers. Beginners favor Saladida (The Wave Machine). Daily yoga and meditation classes available with ocean views. Snorkeling off Troncones Point is considered among the best nearby.
Etiquette
Troncones is very laid-back; casual beach attire is fine on the sand. Dress modestly when walking through town. Spanish is the primary language; knowing some phrases enhances local interactions, especially at cenadurias with no menus.
Money
Prices are quoted in both Mexican Pesos (M$) and US dollars depending on establishment. Budget travelers can eat at local cenadurias for under M$100 per meal. ATMs are in Zihuatanejo; bring cash to Troncones.
Transport
Colectivos run between Troncones and Majahua beach for M$5 per passenger. White combie buses connect Troncones to Zihuatanejo along the highway at regular intervals. Taxis from Zihuatanejo airport cost about US$30.
Water
Tap water is not reliably potable; bottled water is widely available. Ocean conditions can change rapidly—watch for riptides and never swim alone or without supervision for children.
Weather
High season (Oct-May) offers drier weather and more services. Low season (June-Oct) has bigger surf swells but fewer open restaurants and shops. Riptides can appear suddenly on the open Pacific coast.
