Malgretoute Beach, Beach in Soufrière Quarter, Saint Lucia
Located north of Petit Piton, Malgretoute Beach features a stretch of gray sand meeting clear waters against a backdrop of dense vegetation.
The beach area contains a large stone with ancient petroglyphs, marking the presence of indigenous populations in this region of Saint Lucia.
Local vendors set up small stands along the beach, offering traditional Saint Lucian snacks and fresh coconut water to visitors.
Access to the beach requires taking the road south from Soufrière and turning right on Sugar Beach road until reaching an unpaved path.
The offshore waters contain numerous coral formations, providing natural habitats for tropical fish visible through the clear Caribbean waters.
Location: Soufrière Quarter
GPS coordinates: 13.84158,-61.06306
Latest update: March 21, 2025 08:14
Saint Lucia combines volcanic landforms with tropical rainforest and coastal stretches shaped by both Atlantic and Caribbean waters. The island ranges from sea level to peaks reaching nearly 1,000 meters (3,280 feet), creating varied environments for photography. You will find subjects that include steep mountain formations, sheltered bays and historical structures set against natural backdrops. Places like the Pitons near Soufrière show the island's volcanic past, while beaches such as Anse Chastanet and Jalousie Beach offer contrasts between dark and light sand. Marigot Bay and Rodney Bay serve as natural harbors that have anchored vessels for centuries. Historical sites like Pigeon Island National Landmark and La Toc Battery recall colonial conflicts between European powers. Trails such as Tet Paul Nature Trail and routes to Mount Gimie pass through vegetation that shifts with elevation. Waterfalls like Enbas Saut and Sapphire Falls lie inland, where rivers cut through rock formations. Coastal spots like Cas en Bas Beach and Grande Anse Beach show different shoreline patterns, from rocky sections to open sand.
Pitons
3.5 km
Mount Gimie
6.1 km
Government House, Saint Lucia
19.5 km
Qualibou
1.9 km
St. Lucia Botanical Gardens
2 km
Anse Chastanet
3 km
Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Castries
20.3 km
Sulfur Springs
1.8 km
Vigie Beach
22.1 km
Castries Market
20.6 km
Anse Mamin
3.7 km
Dennery Lookout
20 km
Vigie Lighthouse
21.2 km
Sulphur springs
1.8 km
Choc Beach
23.3 km
Sandy Beach
18 km
Reduit Beach
28.4 km
Sapphire Waterfall
1.6 km
La Toc Battery
19.9 km
Sugar Beach
1.5 km
La Tille Waterfall
15.6 km
En Bas Saut waterfall
6.7 km
Rudy John Beach
12.2 km
Anse-La-Raye
11.2 km
Grand Anse Beach
26.3 km
Maria Islands Nature Reserve
19.2 km
Anse de cochon Beach
9.6 km
Balenbouche Estate
10.3 kmReviews
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