Jamaica Beach Guide

Hermitage Beach

Beach Location

18°12'12.05" N 76°33'52.49" W

Hermitage Beach is located in Hope Bay, Portland. The beach is located at the end of the community and about half an hour away from the St. Mary border.

Description & Environmental Features

The beach is characterised by coarse brown sand and cobblestones stretching approximately 500 metres along the coastline. The near to offshore regions of the beach is dominated by a fringing reef. The beach is vegetated with West Indian almond, coconut trees and white mangroves.

Accessibility and Parking

The beach is easily accessible as it is directly adjacent to the main road. There is no designated area for parking. However, parking is available along the main road.

Amenities

The beach is currently in its natural state, and there is no existing infrastructure to facilitate recreational use. There are no food services.

Things to do

Visitors can enjoy strolling.

Existing/Current Beach Licence

Location Map

Fees & Hours

	Entrance Fee	None
	Opening Hours	Non-restrictive

Safety

	Sea conditions	High waves
	Lifeguard	No lifeguard on duty or safety measures in place. Swimmers are advised to exhibit extreme caution

Amenities & Access

The beach is located at the end of the community and about half an hour away from the St. Mary border.

No designated area for parking. However, parking is available along the main road.

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