Frank Bay

Getting There:
Starting from the one way street that goes past Wharfside Village in Cruz Bay, turn right at the end of the road by the Catholic Church. Go about one quarter mile, bearing right until you get to the beach.

Frank Bay is the closest swimming beach to Cruz Bay and is within easy walking distance. You will rarely find more than one or two people here.

Enjoy the spectacular view from the beach while sitting in the shade of a palm tree.

From the beach you can see the islands of Little St. James, Great St. James, St. Thomas, Stevens Cay, Thatch Cay, Hans Lolick, Grass Cay and Mingo Cay.

Be careful of sea urchins when entering the water and be aware of surf and waves caused by times of ground sea or when the wake of a ferry or other large vessel comes ashore.

This beach was the favorite of the late Ivan Jadan who frequented it almost daily playing with an octopus that lives in a hole in the reef.

Frank Bay is the home of Coconut Coast Studios, which is well worth a visit.

On the other side of the road is there is a bench where you can sit to observe the tranquil Frank Bay salt pond.

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