The beach is a lot of beach, no doubt about it. But in summer it can become a nightmare with so many people and little space to park. If you are absolutely a beach person and nothing else, the best coves in the Valencian Community you already know what they are.
But if you want to escape from the big beach crowds (we do not rule out that there are some here too), you can go to one of the many natural pools that are distributed throughout the province of Valencia. These are the best natural pools and lakes that you can find near Valencia.
And if you are in the mood for stronger emotions, you also have our guide with the best natural waterfalls in the Valencian Community.
That’s only in Valencia, because if you go outside, the Fuente de los Baños de Montanejos has received in 2025 for the first time the Blue Flag for the quality of its waters and natural environment.
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Playamonte
Valencia has its first inland beach, Playamonte in Navarrés, recognized with the Blue Flag for its water quality, facilities and sand. Surrounded by pine forests, it offers services superior to some coastal beaches, with crystal clear water, public bathrooms, picnic areas, lifeguards and parking.
📍Location: Navarrés, Valencia.
El Azud – Pozo de las Escaleras (Well of the Stairs)
In the Tuéjar Valley, in the region of Los Serranos, we have this beautiful pool in the middle of nature. In addition, if you go up a little you find a small space in which the waters have formed a small lake. It also has a picnic area to spend the whole day soaking.
📍Location: Partida Azud Nacimiento, 0, 46177 Tuéjar.
Bugarra river beach
Near this town, the Turia (in its initial stretch, called Guadalaviar) creates a series of landscapes and basins where to bathe truly beautiful. The waters are clean and crystal clear. Of course, take a good pair of flip-flops with you because you can get stones in your feet.
📍Location: Bugarra, Valencia.
Puddles of Quesa
In the southern part of the province we have Los Charcos de Quesa, a succession of pools where you can spread out and enjoy nature. Waterfalls and natural gorges abound for a photography site.
📍Location: Cam. Corbera, 46824 Quesa, Valencia.
El Gruñidor – Sot de Chera
This natural pool is located in the natural park of Sot de Chera. It is surrounded by mountains and forests and also has a couple of historical monuments of great value, such as its castle or the Hermitage of San Roque. Nearby you will also find the Toscas, a unique spring of stones and waterfalls. It is the one shown in the photo.
📍Location: C. Ramón y Cajal, 12A, 46168 Sot de Chera, Valencia.
Sites of the Sellent River
Next to Bolbaite runs the river Sellent, and in its path it leaves a natural pool perfect to spend the day with friends or family. In addition, it is also a good area to do some hiking. Limited capacity: entrance fee required.
📍Location: CV-580, Km. 8, 46822 Bolbaite, Valencia.
The Gorgo de la Escalera de Anna
Everyone knows Anna for its lake and lagoon, but what not everyone knows is that it also has one of the most idyllic natural pools in the Comunitat. When we get to Anna, only 136 steps separate us from cold and crystal clear waters. Do you dare to try it?
In addition, you are next to the route of the 3 waterfalls, one of the most spectacular in the province of Valencia.
📍Location: Diseminado Poligono 11, 34, 46820 Anna, Valencia.
Vallada
The Saraella de Vallada and its natural saltwater pool is unique. You will find it next to the beautiful spot of the Ermitas and it is an ideal area for hiking and eating in one of its picnic areas.
📍Location: Perpendicular Molinets Street, 39, 46691 Vallada.
Oliva
The Paraje Natural de la Font Salada de Oliva is located over a subway spring of thermal waters. This means that you can bathe here both in summer and winter at an average temperature of 23 degrees Celsius.
📍Location: Font Salada C.D.12, Urb. Sant Pere, 46780 Oliva, Valencia.
Pedralba – La Playeta
The Turia has many bathing areas, ideal for the hot summer of Valencia. One of the best is known as “La Playeta” in Pedralba. It is a small lake, not very deep, with crystal clear waters.
📍Location: Cam. del Candilico, 46164 Pedralba, Valencia.
And if you like the beach, here you have the guide with the best beaches in Valencia to enjoy the Valencian summer.
Or if you prefer, a swim in the Turia with cool, clean and uncrowded water never hurts: these are our favorite areas to swim in the Turia this summer.