Beach Access, Public Shoreline, and Coastal Rules in Tulum

Mexico advances a new law for free beach access in protected areas, driven by Tulum’s mayor and supported nationwide. This could reshape tourism and public rights along the coastline.

October 1, 2025

Tulum’s beaches are legally public, but as high season nears, residents worry that recent gains like free Sundays and open beach clubs might vanish under tourist demand.

September 30, 2025

A proposed reform could guarantee free access to Mexico’s beaches once a week, challenging rising fees in places like Tulum and sparking a debate over public rights and conservation.

September 29, 2025

Over a dozen Tulum hotels and beach clubs have removed cover fees and minimum consumption rules in a joint move to make the Riviera Maya’s beaches more accessible and inclusive.

September 29, 2025

Volunteers in Tulum removed 206 kg of trash from Tankah beach, a key turtle nesting site, in a cleanup organized by the Sea Turtle Conservation Program Riviera Maya Tulum.

September 26, 2025

Spain’s ambassador met with Tulum’s mayor to strengthen tourism and tackle sargassum. The diplomatic meeting marks a potential shift in global partnerships for Quintana Roo.

September 24, 2025

Tulum will open a new public beach access within weeks, offering locals and tourists free entry, lifeguards, parking, and services—part of a push for dignified coastal access in Quintana Roo.

September 24, 2025

Tulum’s lancheros face a crisis as beach access fees and sargassum keep tourists away, leaving boats docked and families struggling to survive in Mexico’s once-thriving coastal hotspot.

September 23, 2025

Live Tulum at its finest with 101 Park, a community where nature, design, and investment potential come together in perfect balance.

September 22, 2025

Phones buzzed across Tulum as Mexico launched its first nationwide emergency alert via mobile for the 2025 Earthquake Drill, surprising residents and testing national preparedness.

September 20, 2025

Tulum authorities are inspecting 25 public beach access points amid growing concerns about blocked paths and limited entry, aiming to ensure fair access for locals and tourists.

September 17, 2025

Tulum vendors are facing mass closures after access changes and rising fees at the Jaguar National Park, threatening livelihoods and sparking debate over public beach access in the Riviera Maya.

September 17, 2025

David Ortiz Mena warns Tulum’s tourism faces mounting pressure from sargassum, rentals, and low occupancy. Unity and regulation are key to surviving the 2025 winter season and beyond.

September 16, 2025

Tulum’s tourism slowdown is part of a wider global trend, not just local issues like the Parque del Jaguar or beach privatization, say business leaders looking for resilient solutions.

September 15, 2025

Sea turtle hatchlings emerged at Playa 72 in Playa del Carmen, marking the peak of nesting season in the Riviera Maya. Learn how to protect them if you encounter this rare natural event.

September 15, 2025

Despite a plastic ban, Quintana Roo beaches still suffer. Volunteers removed over 9,000 kilos of trash as pollution threatens marine life, tourism, and human health across the Riviera Maya.

September 15, 2025

Tulum’s real estate stays resilient in 2025 thanks to tourism, infrastructure, and demand. But rising regulations and uneven occupancy require strategic investment and full legal compliance.

September 13, 2025

Tulum’s government and Grupo Mundo Maya unite to ensure public beach access, aiming to protect natural areas like Parque del Jaguar while promoting sustainable tourism in Quintana Roo.

September 13, 2025

Tulum’s government report highlights actions in security, health, and infrastructure, while residents continue to report challenges in basic services and access in several communities.

September 12, 2025

Tulum officials are pushing to open free beach access in Jaguar National Park, aiming to benefit locals and tourists alike while reigniting the local economy in Quintana Roo.

September 9, 2025