There are several East End Beaches. Near Christiansted and on to the east coast. Some are a bit harder to get to but usually not as crowded.
HOTEL ON THE CAY
LOCATION: It is located on Protestant Cay – East End Beach
Directions: Take ferry from in front of the fort in Christiansted - $4
Swimming : Yes
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: Yes
Water Sports Center : Yes
Accessibility: Ferry
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: Equipment rental center, bar, restaurant
The best choice for a beach in Christiansted is the one at the Hotel on the Cay. The ferry runs daily from 7a.m. to midnight . Save your ticket for a discount on a drink. This is a nice place to spend the day. The beach area has good swimming out into the water a ways. The snorkeling is fine also. A water sports equipment rental center is located here. There is rental of beach chairs, snorkeling equipment, windsurfing, parasailing, jet skis. It is wise to make a reservation for equipment or arrange lessons. Lunch and drinks can be served beach side. It is sometimes crowed with hotel guests. On Tuesday evening this East End Beach has a special West Indian Style Beach BBQ with live entertainment, including steel pans. Reservations required.
RESERVE A TUESDAY FOR THIS ONE!
BUCCANEER – BEAURGARD BAY BEACH
LOCATION: At the Buccaneer Hotel – East End Beach
Directions: Take Rt. 82 east; make a left at Buccaneer entrance sign
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: Yes, Mermaid Restaurant
Water Sports Center: Yes
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: Shopping arcade, restaurant and bar, golf course adjoining, complete water sports center
A fee is charged to all who are not guests of the hotel at the guard gate. It is a $5 charge for use of beach chair, changing facilities etc. If you go snorkeling here you probably will get to see live conch or starfish. Lots of palm trees provide plenty of shade for a nice respite from all the water activities or from browsing all the little shops. Stay for lunch at the East End Beach, Mermaid Restaurant or enjoy a tropical drink. This beach is popular with tourists and locals. There are two other beaches on the property, Grotto Beach and Whistle Beach . You would be directed to the main beach – Mermaid.
GOLF VS SUN, SAND AND SHOPPING
SHOYS BEACH
LOCATION: At the east end of St. Croix – East End Beach
Directions: Take a right at the gate for the Buccaneer Hotel
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: No
Water Sports Center : No
Accessibility: Foot
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: Restrooms
Turn right at gate to the Buccaneer Hotel and tell the guard you are going to the beach. Park at the end of the road and proceed across the road to the path. It leads to the fine sandy beach. This is surrounded by private residences and there are limited facilities. You may picnic here but please keep the beach clean. Grab the camera, the views of Buck Island are terrific. This is a long sandy beach and usually quiet. The west end is great for snorkeling while the east is best for swimming. The water has a sandy bottom but you will find quite a few shells there.
GREAT FAMILY BEACH
GREEN CAY BEACH
LOCATION: It is located on the northeast coast of Christiansted .
Directions: Take Rt. 82 east then turn left on Rt. 88.
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: No
Water Sports Center : No
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: None, after all you are in Paradise
The road is just before the guard gate to the Marina . This St. Croix, East End Beach is quiet and private. It is protected by Green Cay National Wildlife Preserve. This is another good snorkeling location. When you have had enough of the sun and water enjoy a picnic in the shade.
LITTLE PICNIC SPOT
GREEN CAY ISLAND
LOCATION: It is located off the northeast coast of Christiansted. It is the smaller of the two islands. — East End Beach
Directions: Hire a boat at the Green Cay Marina
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: No
Water Sports Center : No
Accessibility: Boat
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: None, after all you are in Paradise
You will think you are on you own private island. This St. Croix, East End Beach has such a natural quiet environment. Snorkeling is particularly good. It is protected by Green Cay National Wildlife Preserve. Lay at the waters edge and think of yourself as Tom Hanks and wonder where "Wilson" has gone.
YOU ARE THE STAR IN "CAST AWAY"
BUCK ISLAND –TURTLE BEACH
LOCATION: It is located off the northeast coast of Christiansted .
Directions: Many boat trips are available.
Swimming : Yes
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: No
Water Sports Center : No
Accessibility: Boat
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: None, after all you are in Paradise
There is a walking trail from the West Beach up to the top of Buck Island . You will have some fantastic views from this vantage point. Located on the north side of Buck Island is the only underwater National Monument in the United States . It's well known snorkeling trail is a terrific experience. Don't forget to protect your back!
Sunscreen is a must. Consider bringing or purchasing an underwater camera. Half and full day snorkeling trips are available. Or charter a vessel and have your own special trip.
THE #1 MUST DO!
CHENAY BAY BEACH
LOCATION: It is on the northeast coast. Is 3 miles east of Christiansted.
Directions: Take Rt. 82 – East End Beach
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: Yes
Water Sports Center: Yes
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: Restaurant and bar, restrooms.
There is a pavilion restaurant and beach bar, if you purchase food and drink the lawn chairs are free. This East End Beach also has a picnic area. With shallow water and plenty of shells/ this is a great beach for kids. Tropical landscape offers shade. Rental of snorkeling gear, wind surfers and kayaks etc. make for a more active time. Snorkeling is good as well as the swimming. This East End beach has my vote. A play set for the kids and a good time for all.
THINK I'LL GRAB A HAMMOCK
COAKLEY BAY
LOCATION: It is on the East End
Directions: Take Rt. 82 East about 1/2 mile past Cheeseburgers in Paradise
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Rocky
Food/Drinks: No
Water Sports Center : No
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: None, after all you are in Paradise
Heard that this East End Beach is a good place for snorkeling. Amongst the sea grass there are lots of shrimp and lobsters to see. There are so many rocks, that we took pictures and enjoyed the view. Please wear your beach shoes, even in the water as I have been told sea urchins abound.
PRETTY AS A PICTURE.
TEAGUE BAY – REEF BEACH
LOCATION: North shore at the East End
Directions: Take Rt. 82
Swimming : Mild surf
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: Nearby restaurant and bar
Water Sports: Yes
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: Picnic tables,
These two East End Beaches are side by side, and it is difficult to tell where one stops and the other starts. Combine the two and you have a long stretch of beach protected by a barrier reef. There is enough surf here for the wind surfers to enjoy the water. It is also popular with East Enders. The water is shallow so snorkeling is particularly good. Enjoy a sea view lunch or dinner at Duggan's Restaurant. Bring a picnic basket with you and grab a sandy spot under a Sea Grape tree. Nice spot to enjoy while others in your group golf. This East End Beach has the Reef Golf Course just across the road.
THINK THAT'S A HERMIT CRAB?
CRAMER PARK
LOCATION: North shore – an East End Beach
Directions: Take Rt. 82 east, past the St. Croix Yacht Club, make a left at fork in road
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: Yes
Water Sports Center: No
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: Picnic tables, restrooms, change rooms, grills
Cramer Park is a public park. It has plenty of sea grape trees for shade, picnic area, restaurant and bar. This nice East End Beach is a popular hangout for locals particularly on the weekends. The water is calm and shallow, so a perfect place for the little kids to play in the water. It slowly gets deeper so it is easy to teach them snorkeling or practice your own.
TRY A SEA GRAPE.
RELAX – LIFE’S A BEACH
North Shore Beaches: Some have smooth sandy bottoms ideal for swimming, and others have rock and coral-lined entries perfect for snorkeling! Many beaches on St. Croix are continuous with other beaches having a different name.
Southside Beaches: The south shore is dotted with so many little beaches that you just happen onto, that is highly unlikely that we have found them all.
East End Beaches: There are many beaches East of Christiansted on St. Croix . Some are a bit harder to get to but usually not as crowded.
West End Beaches: St. Croix offers a large number of beaches and water activities. Try a few for a fun and memorable vacation. All of the beaches in the US Virgin Islands are accessible to the public.
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