Plan by side
West End beaches pair naturally with Frederiksted; East End preserves and Point Udall deserve their own outing.
Diving, sunsets & protected coast
The St. Croix beach guide
Explore the island's diving coast, calm Frederiksted water, East End preserves, public beach parks, and the boat-only beauty of Buck Island.
20 BEACHES · Diving · Sunsets · Nature preserves · Spacious shorelinesBUILD A BETTER BEACH DAYPlan with the island,
Plan with the island,
not against it.
Check protected access
Sandy Point, nature preserves, and Buck Island have seasonal, permit, operator, or conservation rules.
Read the conditions
North-shore diving and snorkeling can change quickly with swell. Use a local operator when experience or access is uncertain.
ST. CROIX DIRECTORY
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North Shore · BeachCane Bay Beach
A palm-lined beach famous for shore diving and snorkeling near the dramatic Cane Bay Wall, with restaurants and dive services nearby.
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Frederiksted North · BeachRainbow Beach
A lively West End beach with calm water, watersports, food, live music, and strong sunset views.
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The Buccaneer · BeachMermaid Beach
A manicured resort beach with gentle swimming, water activities, shade, and food service; confirm current day-visitor access.
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Frederiksted · BeachFort Frederik Beach
A convenient town beach beside Frederiksted's waterfront and historic fort, popular for swimming, snorkeling, and sunset walks.
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Buck Island Reef National Monument · BeachTurtle Beach
A pristine coral-sand beach reached only by authorized boat trip within Buck Island Reef National Monument.
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East End · BeachShoys Beach
A long, usually quiet East End beach reached through a residential access point, with no concessions.
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Southwest · Wildlife-refuge beachSandy Point Beach
A spectacular seasonal shoreline within Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge, protected for sea turtle nesting with restricted hours and closures.
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Christiansted Harbor · BeachProtestant Cay Beach
A small island beach reached by a short ferry from Christiansted, with harbor views and resort services.
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East End · Beach parkCramer's Park Beach
A family-friendly public beach park near Point Udall with shallow water, shade, pavilions, grills, restrooms, and accessible paths.
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East End Preserve · BeachIsaac Bay Beach
A protected, undeveloped beach reached by hiking through the Jack and Isaac Bay Preserve.
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East End Preserve · BeachJack Bay Beach
A secluded preserve beach reached on foot, with sensitive habitat and no visitor services.
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East End · BeachChenay Bay Beach
A protected East End bay with generally easy swimming and resort facilities nearby; verify current public access and services.
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East End · BeachGrapetree Bay Beach
A breezy East End shoreline near resort properties and the road to Point Udall.
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East End · Nature beachSouthgate Coastal Reserve Beach
A protected coastal area with salt pond habitat, birdlife, and a natural shoreline managed for conservation.
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Salt River · Historic baySalt River Bay Beach
A historically significant bay and ecological preserve where access, currents, and protected resources require careful planning.
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North Shore · BeachPelican Cove Beach
A long north-shore beach fronting resort and residential areas, with reef habitat offshore.
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Frederiksted South · BeachDorsch Beach
A calm West End shoreline just south of Frederiksted, popular for swimming and sunset views.
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West End · BeachSprat Hall Beach
A quieter West End beach near historic estates and resort properties, with open shoreline and sunset potential.
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Northwest · BeachButler Bay Beach
A rugged northwest shoreline near historic estate ruins and dive sites, best visited with local access knowledge.
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South Shore · BeachHa'Penny Beach
A broad south-shore beach used by local families and riders, with few visitor services.
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