Southside Beaches are numerous!
The southside is dotted with so many little beaches that you just happen onto, that is highly unlikely that we have found them all.
ISSAC'S BAY
LOCATION: at southeast end of St. Croix – Southside Beach
DIRECTIONS: Take Rt. 82 to Point Udall
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand with a few little rocks
Food/Drinks: No
Water Sports Center : No
Accessibility: Foot
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: None, you are in Paradise
When you get to Point Udall – Millennium Monument , there is a trail that leads down to Isaac's Bay. Water is deeper here than at Jack's Bay and not quite as much sea grass. I am told that there are around 400 different types of fish that live among the reefs at this end of St. Croix . There are certainly plenty but who can count that fast? The beach is very nice, long and sandy though stay away from the far right. It is full of rocks and little bushes. This also a turtle nesting area so please be careful. Snorkeling is the best. Swimming is good, though there is an occasional strong current. These lovely beaches are secluded and natural, a perfect place in the sun.
PARIDISE FOUND
JACK'S BAY
LOCATION: At southeast end of St. Croix – Southside Beach
DIRECTIONS: Take Rt. 82 to Point Udall
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand with a few little rocks
Food/Drinks: No
Water Sports Center : No
Accessibility: Foot
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: None, you are in Paradise
From Isaac's you can then walk to Jacks's Bay. It is worth the hike. Access is also obtained from the far left side of Grape Tree Bay . Snorkeling is ideal. Swimming is good, though there is an occasional strong current. Jack's and Isaac's are very similar. What goes for one goes for the other. This also a turtle nesting area so please be careful. This area is under the Nature Conservancy protection. During nesting season July through October guided hikes are offered. And kiosks are in the works for info on the surrounding nature and trails.
GRAPETREE BEACH
LOCATION: At southeast end of St. Croix – Southside Beach
DIRECTIONS: Off of Rt. 60 near Divi Carina Bay Resort and Casino
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: No
Water Sports Center : No
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: Nearby resort
Sea turtles can sometimes be seen at this Southside Beach. The calm water protected by a barrier reef makes for some great swimming and the snorkeling is just ok. This is the former site of the Grapetree Beach Hotel, so parking is nearby. This is a nice relaxing spot with the resort nearby for food and/or drink. Bring your own and have a picnic.
A QUIET SPOT IN PARADISE
DIVI CARINA BAY RESORT
LOCATION: At southeast end of St. Croix – Southside Beach
DIRECTIONS: Off of Rt. 60 follow the signs to Divi Carina Bay Resort and Casino
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks:
Water Sports Center : Yes
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling: Yes
Amenities: Restaurant, bar, lawn chairs, volleyball net, beach side cafe
This beach is part of a resort so remember the guest's rights. There is plenty of equipment available for rent. So take advantage of the snorkeling here, particularly near the reef. Lessons for using kayaks, sunfish etc. are also available. There is plenty of shade to cool off and enjoy a cool one and lunch. The beach side café offers breakfast, lunch and dinner.
ENJOY PARADISE
MACHINEEL - Ha Penny (Hey Penny, Half Penny)
LOCATION: Off of South Shore Road Machineel Bay – Southside Beach
Directions: Take a turn at the pink pillars down a dirt road
Swimming : Calm
Beach side: Sand
Food/Drinks: No
Water Sports Center : No
Accessibility: Car
Snorkeling: No
Amenities: None, you are in Paradise
This beach has many different names but it is still a very nice St. Croix beach. Sunscreen is a must for this beach. There is very little shade, but it is long and sandy. Good for walking, sunning, and swimming. There is some sea grass in spots. Overall this is a very relaxing picturesque spot.
PICTURE PERFECT
Machineel is the name of a very dangerous tree that provides wonderful shade and NOT so wonderful green turning to gold apples. DO NOT EAT! The apples are poisonous and the sap even from a leaf will blister your skin. Sap in the eyes will cause blindness. These trees are scattered all over St. Croix; not just the Southside Beaches but usually near the shore. They provide some very nice shade but not much else.
JUST AN IDEA
Grab James Michener's "Caribbean" and sit on an unpopulated beach. Boy will you go back in time.
This novel covers the history of the area from the 1300s to Castro's Cuba , including tribal conflicts on the island of Dominica , the arrival of Columbus, the buccaneers, the rise of sugar plantations, the slave revolts, and the social problems of today. It covers all of the Caribbean , but you imagination can let you be on any island looking out to sea. Are you the young Indian wife spotting a ship on the horizon? Should you plan a feast or ready the weapons?
RELAX – LIFE’S A 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.
Ken & Barbie: Who we are. Send a note– picture etc.
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