Playa Pinuela is a well-maintained small beach at the southern edge of the Ballena National Marine Park. From the beach one can enjoy a clear view of the ‘Three Sisters’ rocks in short distance, with the larger ‘Ballena’ rock further in the background.

The beach is generally calm and gentle, making it a popular shelter and landing point for local fishermen as well as fishing excursions.

On Sundays and holidays (or whenever the park gate is manned), a park fee of 600 colones per person for locals or US$6.00 for tourists is charged.