Jamaica Beach Guide

Annotto Bay Beach

Location

18°16'40.17"N 76°45'5.71"W
Annotto Bay Beach is a public bathing beach located in the small community of Iter Boreale in St. Mary on the north-eastern coast of the island. The beach is also known as Marking Stone Beach situated in the town of Annotto Bay.

Description & Environmental Features

The beach is characterised by medium to coarse sand which is grey in colour. There are also pebbles of varying sizes located towards the foreshore of the beach. The beach stretches for approximately 125 metres in length with an average with of 14 metres. The backshore is vegetated with species of Seaside mahoe (Thespesia populnea), Coconut palm (Cocos spp.) and West Indian almond trees (Terminalia catappa). There is a grouping of coral reef approximately 122 metres offshore. There is also a small patch of seagrass towards the bluff.

Accessibility and Parking

Annotto Bay Beach lies along the main north coast roadway, A3. There is a designated parking area that can accommodate several vehicles.

Amenities

The beach has changing rooms, showers, gazebos and bathroom facilities, which are all in a state of disrepair. Food services are available at areas within close vicinity to the beach.

Things to do

The beach is pleasant for swimming, wading and strolling. Beachgoers may opt to explore the interiors of the parish for unspoilt treasures such as Tacky Falls and Kwame waterfalls.

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