Praia da Pedra do Sal
A granite rock splits the beach into a calm side and a wave side, with an old lighthouse and a fishing village. It is the only beach in Parnaíba.
Pedra do Sal lies on the north shore of Ilha Grande, about 15 km from the city centre. A granite rock running out into the sea divides the beach in two. One side has calm water that is good for swimming, while the other has big waves and is popular for surfing and kitesurfing. On the rocks, an old lighthouse and a small white fishermen's chapel make good photo spots, and beach-hut restaurants on the sand serve fried fish and crab. Sunsets here are beautiful in the evening. Reach it by taxi or rental car. It is busier at weekends. Currents are strong on the wave side, so swim on the calm side.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Delta do Parnaíba Boat Tour
- Porto das Barcas
- Cathedral of Our Lady of Grace, Parnaíba
- Praia de Atalaia, Luís Correia
- Scarlet Ibis Roost (Guarás Vermelhos)
- Lagoa do Portinho
- Praia do Coqueiro
- Praia de Macapá