NORTHSHORE BEACHES

Which of the Northshore Beaches is your favorite?

LOCATION: It is located off of Scenic Drive west of Carombola.

Directions: West on Rt. 75

Swimming : Mild to choppy surf
Beach side: No

Food/Drinks: No

Water Sports Center : No
Accessibility: Foot
Snorkeling:  Yes

Amenities: None, after all you are in Paradise

You can park at Carambola or on the edge of Scenic Drive. Put on your hiking shoes for this one! Pack drinking water, sunscreen, underwater camera and your snorkeling gear. It is quite a hike but hear it is worth it for the beauty and enjoyment. It is so private. There are some tide pools here. The snorkeling on this Northshore Beach is FANTASTIC!

A PERFECT SPOT TO ENJOY NATURE

DAVIS BAY BEACH–CARAMBOLA BEACH RESORT

LOCATION: At the Carambola Beach Resort on Rt. 80 on the northwest side of St. Croix .

Directions: At the junction of Rt. 69 and Rt. 80 a little past Cane Bay

Swimming : Gentle surf
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: Yes–restaurant

Water Sports: Dive shop nearby
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling:  Yes and Scuba

Amenities: Picnicking, restaurant, bar, hammocks and chairs,

The gate house attendant at the Carambola Beach Resort will direct you to the beach.  Swimming is good at the west end of the beach. The surf is not common on St. Croix , so it has become the ideal spot for body surfers. It has a rocky bottom and often there are strong currents. Snorkeling and limin' are also popular activities. There is a boutique, golf course, bar and restaurant, open to the public. Plenty of shade for a cool moment out of the sun, or enjoy the waves crashing onto the Northshore Beaches rocky cliffs.

A WONDERFUL FAMILY BEACH

NORTHSTAR BAY

LOCATION: Northshore on Rt. 80, west of Christiansted .

Directions: Just follow Rt. 80

Swimming : Calm, but has an occasional strong current

Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: No

Water Sports: Allowed
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling: Yes and diving

Amenities: None, after all you are in Paradise

This is a favorite spot for snorkelers and divers. Both are very good. This Northshore Beach can be crowed on weekends.  This is a very popular Northshore Beach.  It is a perfect setting for that "trip to the beach" picture.

GRAB YOUR FINS!

CANE BAY BEACH

LOCATION: It is located on Rt. 89 across from Cane Bay Plantation

Directions: West on Rt. 75, then turn right onto Rt. 89

Swimming : Mild to choppy surf
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: Yes–OFF THE WALL RESTAURANT–CANE BAY Beach Bar and Grill

Water Sports Center : Yes–CANE BAY DIVE SHOP
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling:  Yes and Scuba

Amenities: Picnicking, dive center, kayaking, restaurants and beach bars

This Northshore Beach is sandy with, snorkeling off the reefs near shore. It is a nice little swim between here and Davis Bay at Carambola. A full service dive center is located here, as Cane Bay is a world renowned dive spot "Cane Bay Wall" . About ¼ mile offshore, the depth plunges to 1,000 feet, so divers just swim out and "jump off the wall". Rental of kayaks and snorkeling gear is also available. Snorkeling is terrific because of all the coral reefs and sea life living here. Cane Bay Beach Bar or Off the Wall Restaurant and bar are nice Northshore Beach places for a cool one after enjoying the water. Once a month they have "full moon" parties that are well attended.

A PERFECT ISLAND BEACH

COLUMBUS LANDING BEACH

LOCATION: Salt River Bay

Directions: Take Rt. 75 north to Rt. 80 West turn on the road to the left of the Marina

Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand with a few little rocks
Food/Drinks: No, restaurant down the road–Columbus Cove Bar and Restaurant

Water Sports: Allowed
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling:  Yes and diving

Amenities: Minimum facilities, fishing allowed 

A nice but quiet Northshore Beach, Great place to swim and snorkel. You might want to try some diving. There is sea grass here but you will find an occasional patch of sand. This makes for great underwater viewing, but the floor drops rather quickly. If you walk east you can see Salt River National Park . This however, is the historic spot Columbus ' fleet (17 ships) landed in November of 1493 when he thought he had found potable river water. A treasure of shells can be found here, but don't forget about customs. A new National Park Service visitor center overlooking the site is now open to the public. 

VISIT THIS HISTORIC SITE.

SALT RIVER BAY NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

LOCATION: Salt River Bay

Directions: Take Rt. 75 north on Rt. 80, north past Salt River Marina–Look for National Park Service signs. Center is open M-W-F 9 to 4

Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: No, Just down the road Columbus Cove Bar and Restaurant

Water Sports: Yes
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling:  Yes and diving

Amenities: Minimum facilities

Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve, was so proclaimed by, President Bush in 1992. Located on St Croix , the park protects a diverse ecological area, including saltwater ponds, freshwater marshes, coral reefs and the largest remaining mangrove forest in the USVI. Many species of endangered birds and turtles live in Salt River Bay . The Spanish, French, Dutch, English and Danish all had settlements here. On his second voyage to the Americas , Christopher Columbus visited Salt River Bay in 1493. This is the first and only documented landing site under the U.S. Flag. A museum to house and display the many Indian and colonial artifacts found here is in the planning stage. This park preserves colonial and prehistoric ruins. You can view the only Tai no tribe ceremonial ball court unearthed in the Lesser Antilles and a Dutch earthworks fort from the 1600's. There are conducted hiking, diving and kayak tours available. So much available to do at this Northshore Beach.  The kayak tour has been featured on The Discovery Channel. Sunbathing is great. But don't forget the sunscreen.  

TRY A KAYAK TOUR

JUDITH'S FANCY

LOCATION: West of Christiansted

Directions: Rt. 75 then north on Rt. 751

Swimming : Usually has rough water and is shallow

Beach side: Sand and rocks
Food/Drinks: No

Water Sports: Allowed–Surfing is good here
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling:  Good when water is calm

Amenities: None, after all you are in Paradise

This Northshore Beach is a nice walking/wading beach. If you like riding the waves this is the PERFECT  Northshore beach for you! Snorkeling is pretty good when the tide is out. There is a lot of reef to view. Stroll along and enjoy the natural surroundings. Kick a rock, look at a shell (lots of them here) and get your feet wet.

ARE YOU A SURFER?

WHAT A LOVELY DAY TRIP!

HIBISCUS BEACH HOTEL

LOCATION: 5 miles West of Christiansted.

Directions: Rt. 75 then north on Rt. 751

Swimming : Yes, strong current at times

Beach side: Sand with some rocks

Food/Drinks: Yes nearby restaurant, bar

Water Sports: Yes
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling:  Allowed

Amenities: Restaurant.

Pelican Cove and Hibiscus are adjoining. As is Tamarind Reef. These are resorts so the guests have priority. Hibiscus Beach is located at Hibiscus Beach Resort. Most of the facilities are for guest only. The water is rocky, which makes for great snorkeling. The restaurant and bar have become very popular. Enjoy this Northshore Beach and then grab a bite to eat.

RELAX–LIFE’S A BEACH

SEE YA ON A NORTHSHORE BEACH

Northshore 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.

Beach Pictures:  Other beach pictures and more.

Getting Around:  Options for getting here and how to get around once you are here.

Flora/Fauna of St. Croix:  Check out pictures and info on what you will enjoy seeing.

Our Condo – Caribeblue: Check out what our "Paradise" looks like. And check the view!

Rum Punch: There is more than just punch here.

Caribbean Recipes: Try something new and bring back an island memory. Or have a Caribbean party.

Sunscreen:  Recommends for intense sun.

Activities:  What do you want to do? Snorkel, golf, the list goes on.

Sights:  What do you want to see? A sunset, a crab race, an historical site or just a beach.

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PELICAN COVE formerly COMORANT BEACH

LOCATION: 3 miles West of Christiansted.

Directions: Rt. 75 west from Christiansted, right at A+ Signs and follow signs to the Palms at Pelican Cove

Swimming : Yes, inside the bouy line - strong current at times

Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: Yes, nearby restaurant and bar

Water Sports: Yes
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling:  Yes

Amenities: Nice restaurant, The Palms at Pelican

This Northshore Beach has it all; white sand beaches,coconut palms, picnicking, great snorkeling, shade, pretty scenery and Elizabeth 's, a nice restaurant in a picturesque seaside setting. There are quite a few rocks/reefs just off shore which makes for some terrific snorkeling .

ENJOY SOME SNORKELING!

CONDO ROW (One Northshore Beach after another, after another)

PUBLIC BEACH – CLUB ST. CROIX – SUGAR BEACH – COLONY COVE – MILL HARBOR

LOCATION: Just West of Christiansted .

Directions: Rt. 75 west from Christiansted , right at the Government Bldg. (Subway is on your left)

Swimming : Calm

Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: Yes, nearby restaurants

Water Sports: Allowed
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling:  Yes

Amenities: Nice restaurants, The Breezez at Club St. Croix and Smuggler's Cove at Mill Harbor

Take the road carefully down to the shore. You will be on the public beach. On Sunday an occasional baptism is held here. Snorkeling good right by the pilings. The next beach on the shoreline is Club St. Croix. You will see Breezez Restaurant right by the pool. Grab a cool one to go or sit for a bit. These beaches have it all; white sand beaches great snorkeling, shade, pretty scenery and nice restaurants in a picturesque seaside setting. There a reef just off shore, this makes for some terrific swimming and snorkeling. Don't forget that these are resorts and privately owned condos. Public access to the beach is up to 15' from the waters edge. Next is Sugar Beach, my favorite of all Northshore Beaches. All along the shore you will find sea grass and sandy spots. You will soon see a small breakwater, which is between Colony Cove and Mill Harbor . Snorkeling is fun here. When you get to Mill Harbor be sure to check out Smugglers Cove. Grab another cool one for the walk back. Parking is available at all of the condos. Just let the front desk know that you want to go to the beach. Sugar Beach also has a web cam.

ENJOY A STROLL!

Great snorkeling right down there, or over there, and straight out there is pretty good too!