Top Things to do in St. Croix
6 Bodies of Water in St. Croix That You Shouldn't Miss
Isn’t it romantic? The Caribbean island of St. Croix is practically the backdrop of a Hollywood love story. White sand beaches and lush rainforests set the scene for tropical bliss. Take in the historic small town charm of Christiansted and Frederiksted, sip your way through a spirited tour of the Cruzan Rum Distillery or explore the ruins of a sugar plantation. And the diving…oh, the diving. Think shipwrecks, think vibrant ocean life, think endless underwater possibilities.
Restaurants in St. Croix
1. Isaac Bay
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 182 reviews
You need a four-wheel-drive vehicle to get here, but it's well worth the trip to this scenic and secluded beach, perfect for swimming, and a barrier reef for snorkeling.
Reviewed By OregonLawyer
The hike to Isaac's is really easy--only 0.5 miles and pretty flat. The beach is nice. But go another mile or so to Jack's and I thought the beach was even better, and the bay better protected for better snorkeling. If the sea is calm you won't need fins, but if it's rough at all don't go out very far without fins. The hike from Isaac's to Jack's is moderate with a big hill, but I'd say "moderately easy" for anyone in decent physical condition. I'll repeat what other's have posted: park up by Pt Udall, take EVERYTHING out of your car, and leave it unlocked. We hiked into Jack's twice and didn't have any trouble at all. Bring MORE WATER than you think you will need because this hike is a scorcher--this is desert hiking--imagine Phoenix with a beautiful view of the ocean. Both beaches are beautiful; there were a few more people on Isaac's just because it's a shorter hike, but both days that we spent at Jack's we only saw a few other people. Can't wait to go back to do this hike again in a couple months!
2. Davis Bay
3. Teague Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Theres little to do at this pristine beach except sit back and watch the windsurfers. Perfect.
Reviewed By 72amieb - Tucson, United States
I snorkeled the waters here after returning from a chartered sailing to Buck Island that disembarked from the St. Croix Yacht Club. The first mate on the ship stated he spotted an octopus right where we had docked the dinghy and I had been trying to find octopus for weeks on my tour of all the USVI. I snorkeled bot piers at the yacht club, and while I did not find my prize, I did see a turtle and a lot of different fish and different types of coral on the older pier. There is an overwhelming amount of sea grass, but that is what attracts the turtles, just keep that in mind. As I was exiting the water I saw a pelican at the helm of a dingy in the distance.
4. Chenay Bay Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 43 reviews
This half-mile strand east of Christiansted has a resort and windsurfing center.
Reviewed By 212patriciad - Weymouth, United Kingdom
This is my favorite beach on the island. You can drive up the track and park in the shade right at the end of the sand. Stunning clean beach, crystal clear water which is probably the calmest on the island, great for swimming and paddle boarding, great for kids. Not too rocky, there are a few clear sandy spots where you can enter and leave the water.snorkelling not the best, but not bad either. Beach itself fairly narrow so it’s very easy to situate yourself in either sun or shade whichever you prefer.. also if you’re pecking and didn’t bring food. Cheeseburger in paradise is just minutes down the road
5. Reef Beach
6. Triton Bay
A mangrove-lined corridor along the Salt River.
