Jamaica Beach Guide

Winnifred Beach

Location

18°12'12.31" N      76°22'32.38" W
Winnifred Beach is a public bathing beach located on Jamaica's north eastern coast between Blue Lagoon and Boston Bay Beach in Portland.

Description & Environmental Features

The beach substrate varies, with the western side largely comprising of soft white sand and the eastern side being rocky. A pond on the eastern end drains into the sea through a small channel. The backshore is vegetated with seagrape (Coccoloba uvifera), seaside mahoe (Thespesia populnea), coconut (Cocos spp.), West Indian almond (Terminalia catappa) and coastal grasses. Surrounding mangroves and terrestrial forest make this beach a fairly secluded spot.

Accessibility and Parking

The beach is accessible from the parochial road leading from the A4 main road. Parking is available for several vehicles.

Amenities

Food services are available as there are restaurants, bars and an eating area for dining. There are numerous vendors on the beach selling craft and jewellery items. Bathrooms and changing rooms are available to accommodate beachgoers. The facility provides adequate space that can accommodate parties and family events.

Things to do

The beach is suitable for swimming, wading, beach football and beach volleyball. Patrons can visit various attractions nearby including Blue Lagoon, Pellew Island, Reach Falls, Boston Bay, San San and Somerset Falls.

Fees & Hours

Entrance Fee: None; patrons may be asked to give a donation upon entrance to aid with upkeep of the beach.
Opening Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Beach Licences

Yes

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