Long Hai Beach

Long Hai Beach is a sandy coastal beach in Long Hai town, Long Dat District, Ho Chi Minh City, about 12 km northeast of Vung Tau city and about 100 km southeast of central Ho Chi Minh City. Stretching along the South China Sea with fine golden sand, gentle waves and a backdrop of Minh Dam Mountain, it is known for its quieter atmosphere compared to central Vung Tau beaches, traditional fishing village character, and proximity to cultural sites such as Dinh Co Temple.

Visitors can expect a long, wide stretch of golden-brown sand lined with casuarina trees, calm shallow water suitable for wading and swimming during the dry season, fishing boats moored offshore and on the sand, and a relaxed local atmosphere. The beachfront is lined with seafood restaurants, small hotels and resorts. Views extend to Minh Dam Mountain to the north, and visitors can explore nearby temples, pagodas and mountain trails within short walking or driving distance.

The Long Hai area is historically associated with Minh Dam Mountain, which served as a revolutionary base during the resistance wars, and with Dinh Co Temple, a long-standing local temple dedicated to a revered female figure in local folklore, reflecting the area's fishing community heritage.

The beach reflects the culture of a traditional coastal fishing community, with daily fishing activities, fresh seafood cuisine, and annual festivals at Dinh Co Temple that attract local pilgrims and visitors. The nearby Truc Lam Chan Nguyen Monastery adds a Buddhist cultural element to the coastal landscape.