Jamaica Beach Guide

Spring Gardens

Location

18°13'37.74"N 76°38'22.70"W

Spring Gardens is a public bathing beach located in Spring Gardens, Portland. The beach is situated approximately 3km from the town of Buff Bay.

Description & Environmental Features

The natural sediment of the beach consists of cobble stones of various sizes which makes it difficult to walk on. The beach is approximately eight metres wide and 250 metres in length. The backshore vegetation includes several coconut trees (Cocos spp.), West Indian Almond (Terminalia catappa) as well as coastal grasses (Ammophila breviligualata) on the beach.

Accessibility and Parking

The beach is easily accessible off the A4 main road. There is no designated parking area; however, parking is available along the grassy area at the beach.

Amenities

The beach is currently in its natural state, and outside of a few benches, tables and garbage receptacle, there exists no infrastructure or food services to facilitate recreational use.

Things to Do

The beach can be used as a rest stop. Patrons can visit nearby attractions, including Blue Mountain National Park and Windsor Castle.

Beach Licences

Location Map

Fees & Hours

	Entrance Fee	No
	Opening Hours	Non-restrictive

Safety

	Sea conditions	Generally calm, however the site is known for getting rough.
	Lifeguard Service	No lifeguards on duty or safety measures in place

Amenities & Access

The beach is easily accessible off the A4 main road.

There is no designated parking area

Contact

Owned by

NealScott Limited