Carretera Pie de la Cuesta, 39460 Acapulco, Gro., México

The Laguna de Coyuca is a fresh water lake near Pie de la Cuesta and the small pueblo of Embarcadero. This is approximately 6¼ miles (10 km) north of Acapulco, along the coast. Laguna de Coyuca is a fairly large body of water, over 10 miles (16km) long and almost 5 miles (8km) wide. The maximum depth is 23 feet (7m). The water is clear, and is a fine location for fishing or sailing. Robalo and a dozen other species of fish live there. Fishermen can also try for freshwater shrimp and crabs. Motorized boats are allowed, so water skiing is also possible. There is a bird sanctuary around the Laguna de Coyuca and on the four islands in the middle: Presidio, Montosa, Pío Quinto and Pájaros . Black and white herons, pelicans, ducks, storks, and many other aquatic species can be photographed there. Boat tours are available so you can get a closer look. Early Tarzan movies and Rambo II were filmed here, as the Laguna de Coyuca is everyone's idea of what a tropical jungle should look like. Nearby, several restaurants can provide refreshments and fresh seafood.