Destilladeras Beach

In my humble opinion, one of the best beaches on Banderas Bay is the beach known as Destilladeras. It's a classic beach with all the requisites for the sun and surf seeker. It's wide, long, has hard packed sand, not overly crowded, and gorgeous! There's a constant rolling surf for the board enthusiasts and once you swim past the solo crasher, the water is pristine with a sandy bottom--- in other words: perfection.
The seafood operation on the beach (the name escapes me), supplies individual palapas, tables and chairs and you have the choice to bring your own fare or purchase from the menu. We had the quesadillas and the BBQ shrimp which was served with a heaping helping of rice, some salad and a few crispy french frys. It was all very tasty and didn't gouge our budget. There are also boogies boards for rent or you can just stroll the seemingling endless stretch of sand and admire the work of Mother Nature. Beach vendors are scarce and one can actually read without being constantly solicited for "braids?"
Destilladeras is located on the North side of the Bay, along the coastal highway about 45 minutes from Vallarta after taking the turn-off for La Cruz. Happy trails!