Vega Baja is a coastal municipality in the north central region of Puerto Rico, about 19 miles from San Juan, and part of the San Juan–Caguas–Guaynabo metropolitan statistical area. It lies north of Morovis, east of Manatí, and west of Vega Alta, spread across 14 barrios with a population of roughly 54,414 as of the 2020 census.
Founded in 1776, the municipality covers 144.28 km² along the north coast. Among its coastal features is Playa de Vega, one of the beaches in the area.
For visitorsVisitors come for Playa de Vega and the north coast setting within easy reach of San Juan.
For living hereResidents live in a coastal municipality within the San Juan metropolitan area, spread across 14 barrios with a long history dating to its 1776 founding.Living in Vega Baja: rent, commute, schools & safety
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Things to do in Vega Baja
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Playa de Vega
Beach
Playa de Vega is a beach located in Vega Baja, in the North region of Puerto Rico.
Balneario Cerro Gordo
public beach resort
Balneario Cerro Gordo is a public beach resort in Vega Baja, offering basic facilities like toilets and a place to eat or drink, as well as nearby campsites. It is managed by the Municipio de Vega Alta.