Beach guide

Long Thuy Beach

Long Thuy Beach is a well-known sandy beach north of Tuy Hoa in present-day Dak Lak, valued for its flat pale sand, coconut-fringed shoreline, generally sheltered feel in suitable conditions and close connection with local fishing life.

Overview

Understand the coast before deciding when, where and how to experience it.

Long Thuy Beach lies in the coastal urban area north of Tuy Hoa, in present-day Dak Lak after the 2025 provincial reorganisation. Current provincial tourism information places the beach in Binh Kien ward, about 10 kilometres north of Tuy Hoa, and describes a flat, fine, clean sandy shore backed by coconut trees with clear, relatively calm water in suitable conditions. Long Thuy has long functioned as both a local bathing beach and a coastal-community landscape. Its strongest identity comes from the combination of swimming, coconut-lined sand, fishing life and nearby offshore scenery, especially Hon Chua. It is more local and intimate than the long urban frontage of Tuy Hoa Beach while remaining easy to reach from the city.

Key things to understand

Visit for a quieter, more local beach experience than central Tuy Hoa.
Use early morning for cooler conditions, sunrise light and village activity.
Swim only when current sea conditions and local guidance indicate it is safe.
Enjoy the coconut-fringed shoreline that gives Long Thuy a distinctive visual identity.
Treat the fishing community as part of the destination rather than only a scenic backdrop.
Combine the beach with nearby Hon Chua when current boat and sea conditions permit.
Try local seafood while choosing established businesses and checking current prices.
Avoid assuming calm-looking water guarantees safe swimming.
Respect boats, nets and working coastal areas.
Keep the beach and village frontage free of litter.

When to go

Read the daily and seasonal rhythm

Sunrise

Cool, quiet and visually strong.

Best for

Walking, photography and observing local coastal life.

Trade-off

Visitor services may be limited early in the day.

Morning

Bright and suitable for general beach use.

Best for

Swimming when safe and family recreation.

Trade-off

Heat rises quickly.

Midday

Hot and exposed despite some coconut shade.

Best for

Short visits or shaded meal breaks.

Trade-off

Strong sun and hot sand can reduce comfort.

Late afternoon

Cooler and socially active.

Best for

Walking, local beach life and seafood.

Trade-off

Allow sufficient daylight for swimming.

summer

Swimming and family visits are popular, subject to current marine conditions.

Check current weather, sea state and any local warnings before entering the water or arranging island trips.

Swimming & safety

Know the water before entering it

Swimming

Fit: High when conditions are suitable.
Character: A popular local bathing beach with a gently used shoreline rather than a large managed urban swimming corridor.
Recommended Use: Use commonly used bathing sections and follow current local guidance.
Children: Children require continuous direct supervision.
Rough Sea: Do not swim during storms, strong surf or warning conditions.
Editorial Rule: Do not guarantee permanently calm water, safe swimming or lifeguard coverage.

Water safety

Before entering the sea

Check current marine conditions.
Use established bathing areas.
Supervise children continuously.
Do not swim during storms or strong surf.
Keep clear of boats, nets and working fishing areas.
Follow local warnings and instructions.
Leave the water if conditions deteriorate.

Local life

Understand the shoreline beyond the water

Local rhythm

Fishing: Boats, nets and fishing activity remain visible around the wider Long Thuy coast.
Village Character: The destination retains a stronger local-community feel than the central urban beach of Tuy Hoa.
Morning Rhythm: Early morning is one of the best times to see the coast functioning as both a workplace and recreation space.
Visitor Lesson: Long Thuy should be experienced respectfully as a living coastal community, not only as a photo stop.

Practical beach day

Facilities, sun and responsible use

Facilities

What you can expect nearby

Access: Road access from Tuy Hoa is straightforward, with current provincial information placing the beach about 10 kilometres to the north.
Food: Local seafood and casual dining are available in the wider coastal area.
Accommodation: Visitors can stay in the surrounding coastal area or use Tuy Hoa as a larger accommodation base.
Visitor Services: Services are more limited and locally scaled than at a major urban resort.
Variation: Individual services can operate seasonally or change over time.
Editorial Rule: Do not hardcode individual prices, business inventories or operating hours without current verification.

Sun & heat

Protect the middle of the day

Use sunscreen.
Carry drinking water.
Wear a hat.
Use available shade during peak heat.
Protect children from prolonged midday exposure.

Etiquette

Share the shoreline well

Use bins or carry litter away.
Do not block boats, nets or working access routes.
Respect local residents and fishing activity.
Keep music at a considerate level.
Use established beach access.
Do not damage coconut or coastal vegetation.
Photograph people respectfully.

Different visitors

Families, accessibility and photography

Family use

Fit: High when sea conditions are safe.
Advantages: Fine sandy shore
Easy access from Tuy Hoa
Some natural shade from coconut trees
Local food nearby
Relaxed atmosphere
Watchouts: Strong sun
Changing waves
Fishing activity
More limited formal services than a large resort
Variable supervision

Accessibility

Road Access: Road access is relatively easy from Tuy Hoa.
Beach Access: The transition from local road or village access to loose sand varies by entrance.
Sand Barrier: Loose sand remains a mobility barrier toward the water.
Services: Accessibility of individual restaurants and accommodation varies.
Editorial Rule: Do not claim full wheelchair access without entrance-level verification.

Photography

Signature: Coconut-fringed sand, fishing boats and nearby islands create the strongest Long Thuy compositions.
Sunrise: Early light is especially useful on the east-facing shoreline.
Village Life: Fishing scenes add context but should be photographed without obstructing work.
Island Backdrop: Nearshore islands can add depth to wide coastal views.
People: Avoid identifiable close-ups without consent.
Drone: Drone use must follow current Vietnamese aviation, security and local restrictions.

Trip planning

Build the beach into your day

2–4 hoursCouples, families and photographers

Long Thuy beach morning

Sunrise walk
Observe local fishing activity
Swim if conditions are safe
Breakfast or seafood
Return before peak heat

Full dayTravellers interested in coast and islands

Long Thuy and nearby island context

Long Thuy Beach
Local seafood
Hon Chua if current boat and marine conditions permit
Late-afternoon return to the beach

Full dayCoastal road-trip travellers

Tuy Hoa northern coast

Tuy Hoa Beach
Long Thuy Beach
Bai Xep
Continue north if time allows

Who it suits

Match the beach to your travel style

Local-beach traveller

Very high

Long Thuy retains a strong everyday coastal-community character.

Family

High when safe

Fine sand, easy access and a relaxed setting suit short family visits.

Photographer

Very high

Coconut trees, boats and offshore scenery create a distinctive visual setting.

Swimmer

High when conditions allow

Swimming is a core use, subject to current marine conditions.

Island-curious traveller

High

Nearby Hon Chua adds a natural extension to the beach experience.

Nightlife seeker

Low

The beach is more local and low-key than entertainment-oriented.

Remote-wilderness seeker

Medium

The atmosphere is quieter, but this remains an inhabited and accessible coastal community.

Connections

Continue exploring nearby places

Hon Chua IslandA low island surrounded by clear coastal waters and reef habitat.

Bai XepA small beach framed by rocky headlands, grass and coastal vegetation.

Tuy Hoa BeachA broad sandy coast running beside the former Phú Yên capital.

Phu Yen Coastal Fishing HeritageThe former Phú Yên coast contributes generations of marine knowledge, boat culture and seafood traditions.

Phu Yen Coastal IdentityThe merger gives Đắk Lắk a major maritime identity stretching across fishing ports, lagoons and bays.

Forest-to-Sea TourismThe new province combines Central Highlands culture and national parks with bays, beaches, reefs and coastal heritage.

Environment

Understand the shoreline and how to protect it

Environment

Coastal Pressure: Tourism, fishing, waste and shoreline development all affect the quality of the Long Thuy coast.
Marine Pressure: Nearby boat activity and island visitation require attention to waste and marine-habitat protection.
Visitor Actions: Carry waste away.
Respect working fishing areas.
Avoid disturbing marine organisms.
Use established access.
Do not damage coastal vegetation.
Keep island trips low-impact.
Editorial Rule: Represent Long Thuy as a living local beach rather than untouched wilderness.

Common misconceptions

Long Thuy is now in present-day Dak Lak following the 2025 provincial reorganisation.

The beach is quieter than central Tuy Hoa but is not an uninhabited wilderness.

Clear or calm-looking water does not guarantee safe swimming.

Hon Chua trips depend on current boat availability and marine conditions.

Fishing activity is part of Long Thuy's identity and should not be treated as an inconvenience.

Editorial perspective

How to understand this beach

Why it matters

Long Thuy matters because it preserves a strong local beach-and-village identity close to Tuy Hoa while also linking the mainland coast with nearby island scenery.

What makes it distinctive

Its defining visual and cultural combination is fine sand, coconut shade, fishing life and nearshore islands.

What visitors often miss

Visitors often see Long Thuy simply as a swimming stop, overlooking the fishing-community context that gives the coast much of its character.

Long Thuy is Dak Lak's palm-fringed local beach north of Tuy Hoa, where village life meets the sea.

History

How the beach and its visitor role evolved

Long coastal history

Fishing community shapes the Long Thuy coast

Local livelihoods, boats, seafood and village settlement establish the beach as a lived-in coastal landscape.

Modern tourism era

Long Thuy becomes a recognised beach near Tuy Hoa

Its fine sand, coconut-lined shore and easy road access establish it as one of the area's best-known local bathing beaches.

2020s

Community-tourism interest grows

Local tourism initiatives increasingly emphasise village life, seafood and cultural experiences alongside beach recreation.

2025

Long Thuy becomes part of reorganised Dak Lak

The former Phu Yen coastal territory joins Dak Lak, placing Long Thuy within the enlarged province's forest-to-sea tourism geography.

2026

Long Thuy remains a key local beach near Tuy Hoa

Current provincial information continues to present the beach as a notable coastal destination with fine sand, coconut shade and clear water.

Glossary

Useful coastal terms

Long Thủy

The established name of the beach and coastal community north of Tuy Hoa.

Bình Kiến

The current ward associated with Long Thuy Beach in provincial tourism information.

Hòn Chùa

A nearby offshore island that forms part of the wider Long Thuy coastal scenery.

Bãi biển

Beach.

Mỹ Á

An alternative local name sometimes associated with Long Thuy Beach.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Where is Long Thuy Beach?

It is in Binh Kien ward, about 10 kilometres north of Tuy Hoa, in present-day Dak Lak.

Was Long Thuy formerly in Phu Yen?

Yes. The beach was part of former Phu Yen before the 2025 provincial reorganisation.

What is Long Thuy known for?

It is known for fine pale sand, coconut trees, clear coastal water in suitable conditions and a relaxed fishing-community atmosphere.

Is Long Thuy good for swimming?

Yes when current sea conditions are suitable and local guidance permits swimming.

How far is Long Thuy from Tuy Hoa?

Current provincial tourism information places it about 10 kilometres north of Tuy Hoa.

Is Long Thuy suitable for families?

Yes when sea conditions are safe, though formal beach services may be more limited than in a large resort area.

What is the best time of day to visit?

Sunrise and early morning are especially good for cooler weather, photography and local coastal life.

Can I visit Hon Chua from Long Thuy?

Hon Chua is part of the nearby coastal context, but any boat trip should depend on current local operators, weather and sea conditions.

Is Long Thuy an urban beach?

Not in the same sense as central Tuy Hoa Beach; it has a stronger village and local-coast character.

Can I fly a drone?

Do not assume drone use is unrestricted; follow current Vietnamese aviation, security and local rules.

Sources

Where this guide comes from

Dak Lak Provincial Portal

He thong cac nganh dich vu, cam nang du lich Dak Lak

Current province, Binh Kien location, approximate distance from Tuy Hoa, fine sand, coconut vegetation and general water character

Open source ↗

Vietnam National Authority of Tourism

Bien dao Phu Yen - ve dep nguyen so goi moi

Established Long Thuy beach identity, swimming and walking context

Open source ↗

Vietnam Tourism

Phu Yen

Established national tourism recognition of Long Thuy as a swimming beach and sunrise destination

Open source ↗

Dak Lak canonical locality profile

Dak Lak

Current provincial identity, canonical beach definition and relationship validation