U.S. Virgin Islands: Beaches

Frederiksted Stretching north and south of Frederiksted, beautiful, isolated beaches sit between the road and the sea. To avoid troublemakers, spread your towel out near any one of the restaurants that line the beaches. St. Croix
outdoors | swimming

Hawksnest Bay Beach A local favorite, this pretty beach sits off North Shore Road. Snorkelers can view the reefs and fish just off shore. It has bathrooms and picnic pavilions. St. John
snorkeling | outdoors | swimming | editor pick

Magens Bay Beach A lovely beach with shallow turquoise water, you’ll find restaurants, water-sport equipment rentals, bathrooms, and lots of people on busy cruise ship days here. St. Thomas
outdoors | swimming | water sports | editor pick

Maho Bay Beach Not to be confused with the campground of the same name, this beach is right next to the road. There are no facilities, but it provides solitude when other beaches are crowded. St. John
outdoors | swimming

Sapphire Beach With a hotel and condominiums as a backdrop, this lovely beach has great views of St. John. St. Thomas, off Rte. 38
outdoors | swimming | view | editor pick

Trunk Bay Beach With an underwater snorkeling trail, snack bar, water-sport rentals, and showers, this beach sees a lot of traffic. The far ends of the beach are usually quiet, and the palm trees and sea grapes provide shade. St. John
snorkeling | outdoors | swimming | water sports