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 Did
you know... St. Croix is ringed by beaches of all shapes and
sizes, some are long white sand stretches, others are small patches
shaded by low sea grape trees and towering coconut palms. Some have
smooth sandy bottoms ideal for swimming, and others have rock and
coral-lined entries perfect for snorkeling!
Did you know... St. Croix is the only Caribbean Island where
a diver can:
●Dive a wall that drops over 13,000 feet
●Dive a reef that is the largest living reef of any Caribbean Island
●Dive five wrecks that are within 100 yards of each other
●Dive a pier
A visit to St. Croix isn't complete without a visit to some of its
spectacular beaches, there are to many to choose from. And, many are
world-famous. Just click a beach below to view all the beauty that
St. Croix has to offer.
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1. Christiansted
A short #4 ferry ride away ($2 of which is good towards
a drink) lies Protestant Cay, Home of the Hotel on the
Cay. The sandy islet beach is delightful for sunning and
swimming. Watersports equipment is for rent, and lunch
and drinks are served beachside. Shopping in town in the
morning and going to the beach in the afternoon make for
a great day.
Restaurants- Yes ¦ Restrooms-
Yes ¦ Water Sports- Yes ¦ Fee- Yes |
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2. Buck Island
A must for visitors of all ages, this is the only
underwater National Park in the world. A clearly marked
underwater trail introduces you to a fascinating
undersea world of coral, plant life and a variety of
tropical fish. Tour boats provide half or full day
sails. The full day lets you enjoy the great snorkeling
as well as the most beautiful of all beaches. Pack a big
picnic lunch, and share some bread crumbs with the
fish--they'll really cluster around!
CLICK HERE for a great Buck Island Tour
Snorkeling-Yes ¦ Picnicking-Yes
¦ Water Sports-Yes ¦ Fee-Yes
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3. THE BUCCANEER
Make a left at the Buccaneer sign off Rt. 82. At the
Gate House, explain you would like to use the beach, and
a per person fee of $4 will be charged. Follow signs to
the beach, noting the charming shopping arcade, where
you may enjoy browsing. (The beach and arcade are a nice
pastime while others in your party play golf!) The
Buccaneer beach provides true island atmosphere, and
lunch is served at the Mermaid Restaurant.
Resturants- Yes ¦ Restrooms-
Yes ¦ Water Sports- Yes ¦ Fee- Yes
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4. SHOYS
Instead of going into the Buccaneer, make a right,
stopping at the Buccaneer Estates gate house, explaining
you are going to the beach. Continue on the dirt road
alongside the golf course until you come to the parking
area. Across the road from the parking area is a rugged
dirt path, and 150 yards later you are at one of the
prettiest beaches on the island. Clear water, white sand
and shady palms make this an ideal spot. The beach is
ringed by private homes, and there are no food or
personal facilities available. Please keep the beach
clean. The east end of the beach is the best for
swimming, the west end has great snorkeling.
Snorkeling- Yes ¦ Picnicking-
Yes ¦ Resturants- Yes ¦ Restrooms- Yes ¦ Water Sports-
Yes ¦ Fee- Yes
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5. SOUTHGATE
Take Rt. 82 left past the Plantation Condominiums. Go
around a sharp curve to the right and about 100 yards
further there is a dirt road to your left. This secluded
beach has clear water and shade trees. Be careful of the
rocks when entering the water.
Picnicking- Yes |
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6. CHENAY BAY
Continue east on Rt. 82 till you see the sign of the
left. The beach at this hotel is open to the public.
Lounge chairs are free if food and drinks are purchased
at the small pavilion restaurant. Wind surfers,
snorkeling gear, and sunfish are for rent.
Snorkeling- Yes ¦ Picnicking- Yes ¦ Resturants- Yes ¦
Restrooms- Yes ¦ Water Sports- Yes |
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7. REEF BEACH
This beach is a favorite among wind surfers and East
Enders. Watersport equipment and lunge chairs are for
rent, and the popular Duggan's Restaurant serves lunch
and dinner. Seagrape trees bordering the beach provide
shade, and make a perfect picnic spot for bring-you-own
coolers.
Snorkeling- Yes ¦ Picnicking- Yes ¦ Resturants- Yes ¦
Restrooms- Yes ¦ Water Sports- Yes |
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8. CRAMER'S PARK
Continue east on Rt. 82, past the St. Croix Yacht Club,
taking a left side of the fork. Cramer's Park is a
popular beach with Crucians, enjoyed by many families on
the weekends. It's a great place for beginning
snorkelers. Changing rooms, rest rooms, picnic tables,
and food and drink are available. But this park can be
very crowded and noisy on weekends.
Snorkeling- Yes ¦ Picnicking- Yes ¦ Resturants- Yes ¦
Restrooms- Yes ¦ Water Sports- Yes |
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9. DIVI DIVI
At the fork on Rt. 82, instead of the left to Cramer's,
take the right and go to the Divi Carina Resort Hotel.
The beach is known for great snorkeling. Watersports
equipment is for rent, and the hotel offers a bar and
restaurant.
Resturants- Yes ¦ Restrooms- Yes ¦ Water Sports- Yes ¦
Snorkeling- Yes |
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10. CANE BAY
From Christiansted, go west on Rt. 75 and make a right
onto Rt. 80. This is a rather long drive, but the
coastal road along St. Croix's northshore is very scenic
and alone is worth the trip. The only turn to watch for
is a little jag to the right (don't head uphill on Rt.
73). Soon you will come upon Cane Bay beach, across from
Can Bay Plantation. Although the beach is not very wide,
it is world renowned as an excellent snorkeling and
scuba diving spot. About 1/4 mile offshore, the depth
plunges to 1,000 feet, so divers merely swim out and
"jump of the wall"! The beach is great for sunbathing,
plus offers plenty of shade.
The new Eat @ Cane Bay Bar and Restaurant is located
adjacent to the beach. You can even choose to stay at
one of Cane Bay Dive Shop's unique cottages nearby.
For Cane Bay Dive Shop info
Click Here
For Eat @ Cane Bay info
Click Here
Resturants- Yes ¦ Scuba- Yes ¦ Snorkeling- Yes ¦
Picnicking- Yes |
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11. CARAMBOLA
At the junction of Rt. 69 and Rt. 80 a little past Cane
Bay, is Davis Bay beach, which is part of the Carambola
resort development. The gate house attendant will direct
you to the beach. Davis Bay has a long, white sandy
beach, and a surf with gentle rollers. unusual here on
St. Croix. There is a beach bar, hotel restaurant and
boutique. Most of the other hotel facilities , except
the golf course, are not open to the public.
Resturants- Yes ¦ Restrooms- Yes ¦ Water Sports- Yes ¦
Scuba- Yes |
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12. CHANGES IN L'ATTITUDE BEACH
Beach maintained by adjacent Bar and Grill. No charge
for use of chairs and showers.
The Scuba Shack is located right on the Beach for all
your snorkeling and Diving needs.
For more information about the Scuba Shack Click Here
Resturants- Yes ¦ Restrooms- Yes ¦ Water Sports- Yes ¦
Snorkeling- Yes |
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13. RAINBOW BEACH
Just a little further up the road, Rainbow charges no
fee, and entrance to the beach is through the small open
air restaurant. The soft white sand and clear water
makes Rainbow a favorite, although shade is hard to come
by. Jet skis are for rent.
Resturants- Yes ¦ Water Sports- Yes |
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14. SPRAT HALL BEACH
Calm waters make for excellent swimming, and this is one
of the few beaches where one may find shells. An
excellent lunch and drinks are served in a leisurely
fashion, even by island standards!
Resturants- Yes ¦ Restrooms- Yes ¦ Fee- Yes |
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15. MONK'S BATH
Across from "Northside" and down the steps, the coral
formation here have been hollowed out by years of
continuous wave action. The snorkeling is excellent.
Snorkeling - Yes |
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16. PELICAN COVE
Follow Route 75 west out of Christiansted. Make a right
at Thrifty Car Rentals. Follow signs at end of road to
The Palms at Pelican Cove Beach Club. Beautiful white
sand beach, Great Views, Snorkeling and great food and
drink at the adjoining Palms at Pelican Cove Beach Club.
Snorkeling- Yes ¦ Picnicking- Yes ¦ Resturants- Yes ¦
Restrooms- Yes ¦ Water Sports- Yes |
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17. Tamarind Reef
Tamarind Reef- Go east on Rt. 82 (East End Road) past
the entrance of the Buccaneer Hotel to the top of the
hill where you will see the sign for Tamarind Reef and
the Galleon Restaurant. Turn left, pass the gatehouse
and go straight for about 1/2 mile until you see a
second gatehouse on the right for the Tamarind Reef
Hotel and Marina. Turn right into the marina and then
make a hard left as you pass the marina gate house. Just
before the hotel, make a right on to the stoned parking
area by the boats. You can walk over to the beach.
You’ll find the Deep End Beach Bar there along with a
beautiful palm tree lined beach with a drop dead
gorgeous view. There’s a beach shack at the far end
where you can rent a thatched roof cabana, lounge
chairs, snorkeling equipment and even kayaks. The
gentleman in charge of the beach, Gerry, is a former
Army Special Forces officer who will take care of your
every need and point out the best snorkeling spots. Be
sure to try lunch, a snack or your favorite liquid
refreshment at the Deep End.
Snorkeling- Yes ¦ Picnicking- Yes ¦ Resturants- Yes ¦
Restrooms- Yes ¦ Water Sports- Yes ¦ Fee- Yes
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