The beaches on the East End of St. Croix are some of the most secluded beaches on the island. The majority of these beaches are found through short trails, providing you with a quiet getaway from the other bustling beaches.

Beaurgard Bay Beach

The Buccaneer Hotel

• Calm Waters
• Sandy Beaches
• Mermaid Restaurant
• Water Sports Center
• Drive up Beach
• Snorkeling

Beaurgard Bay Beach is located in front of the Buccaneer Hotel, providing you with all of the amenities of a hotel guest. Enjoy a shopping arcade, restaurant and bar, golf course and a water sports center. The coral reefs located off the shore make for great snorkeling, and are packed with colorful starfish and conchs. Palms cover the beach and provide tropical shade and a Caribbean breeze. Check out the Water Sports Center to enjoy an array of banana boats, jet skis, snorkeling equipment and more. A small fee is charged to all who are not guests of the hotel.

Shoys Beach

East end of St. Croix

• Calm Waters
• Sandy Beaches
• Walking Distance
• Snorkeling

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.

St. Croix Southside Beaches are a large cluster of white sandy beaches that run along the coast of the south side of St. Croix.

Grape Tree Beach

Southeast end of St. Croix by Southside Beach

• Calm Waters
• Sandy Beaches
• Drive up Beach
• Snorkeling

Grap Tree Beach is a secluded beach boasting a tranquil experience away from bustling beaches. Their white sandy beaches and calm waters make for a great place to lay out and truly enjoy the tropical paradise. Many visitors have sited sea turtles at this Southside Beach, along with an array of native Caribbean fish. Grapetree Beach is protected by a barrier reef, which keeps the waters calm and makes it a perfect spot for swimming and snorkeling.

Divi Carina Bay Resort Beach

Southeast end of St.

• Calm Waters
• Sandy Beaches
• Water Sports Center
• Drive up Beach
• Snorkeling

The beach at Divi Carina Bay Resort is a perfect all day adventure. Since its located directly in front of a resort you have access to the local Restaurant, bar, lawn chairs, volleyball net, and beach side café. The Water Sports center is found directly on the beach, providing a variety of equipment from snorkeling to kayaking. Coral Reefs can be found right of the shore, so get your fins ready and dive in. Divi Carina Bay Resort beach has plenty palm trees for you to cool off and enjoy the shade. The resorts beach side café is a great place to grab a bite for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

ISSAC’S BAY

Southeast end of St. Croix

• Calm Waters
• Sandy and Small Rocks
• Path to the Beach
• Snorkeling

Issac’s Bay is a secluded location that has been maintained by the Nature Conservancy. Issac’s Bay is home to Hawksbill and Green Turtle nests, therefore driving is prohibited on the beaches, making it accessible only by hiking. Most visitors find the best hiking trail is from Point Udall, taking the trail that starts just before the Millennium Monument. Over 400 species of tropical fish call this coastal reef home, so make sure to grab your snorkeling gear. The long stretch of sandy beach and great barrier reef make the short hike well worth your experience.

St. Croix North Shore Beaches are located on the northern part of St. Croix, and provide a variety of sand, rocks, surf, and coral.

DAVIS BAY BEACH

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

• Gentle surf
• Sandy Beaches
• Restaurant
• Dive shop nearby
• Drive up Beach
• Snorkeling and Scuba

Visit Davis Bay Beach and enjoy a day of swimming and body surfing. Pack a picnic basket and eat under the palm then lay back and relax in one of the many hammocks and chairs, This white sandy beach is a prime location for basking in the sun. Take a dip at west end of the beach or watch the waves crash in on the north shore. Davis Bay Beach has a rough current at times, making it an ideal setting for body surfers. This beach has a rocky bottom, making it a great place for colorful fish to hide, and thus, a great place for snorkeling! Once you’re done basking in the sun, visit the boutique, golf course, and bar and grill that is open to the public at Carambola Beach Resort.

Northstar Bay

Northshore on Rt. 80, west of Christiansted

• Calm Waters
• Sandy Beach
• Wart Sports Allowed
• Drive up Beach
• Snorkeling and Scuba

Northstar Bay is a local favorite for snorkeling and scuba diving. Two-hundred yards directly off the shore, the depth of the ocean plunges from 30 feet down to 10,000 feet. This spectacular wall is is home to a large variety of marine life, and provides an ideal location for scuba divers. The amazing diving at Northshore Beach makes it a popular location on weekends, so if you desire a more secluded experience, visit Northstar Beach during the week.

CANE BAY BEACH

Rt. 89 across from Cane Bay Plantation

• Mild to choppy surf
• Sandy Beach
• Beach Bar and Grill
• Cand Bay Dive Shop (watersports rentals)
• Drive up Beach
• Snorkeling and Scuba

Lay out on Northshore Beach’s white sandy stretch, or go for a swim and check out the snorkeling on the reefs near shore. Check out the full service dive center where you can rent kayaks, snorkeling equipment, and more. “Cane Bay Wall” is a 1,000 foot ocean drop located ¼ mile from the shore. Swim over the coral reeds and check out the gorgeous fish that coast through these waters. The Diveshop provides a boat to drop you by the wall any time of day.

Get a refreshing island drink at Cane Bay Beach Bar or dine out at Off the Wall Restaurant.

Salt River Bay National Historical Park

Salt River Bay

• Calm Waters
• Sandy Beaches
• Water Sports
• Drive up Beach
• Snorkeling and Diving

Salt River Bay National Historical Park is a dynamic tropical ecosystem, packed with saltwater ponds, freshwater marshes, coral reefs and the largest mango forest in the Virgin Islands. Salt River Bay is home to Prehistoric and colonial-era archeological sites and ruins. This historically rich bay is a great location for kayak tours, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Salt River Bay National Historical Park spreads over 1,015-acres, providing you with a variety of scenery to enjoy based on what activities you desire for that day.

Judith’s Fancy

West of Christiansted, Rt. 75 then north on Rt. 751

• Rough shallow waters
• Rocky Beaches
• Surfing
• Drive up Beach

Judith’s Fancy is a local favorite for surfing in St. Croix. When the tide is out, many visitors enjoy snorkeling in the sprawling coral reef. This beach is mostly rock, making it an interesting location to see local wildlife, but is not a prime spot for sunbathing. Stroll the beach and check out the array of intricate shells and beautiful waves that crash along the shore.