Shoal Bay, Protected bay in Saint George Parish, Antigua and Barbuda
The waters of Shoal Bay extend along the northern coast of Antigua, featuring white sand beaches and clear Caribbean waters at 1 meter elevation.
Saint George Parish, including Shoal Bay, developed from a colonial administrative division into a center of maritime activities in the Caribbean region.
Local fishing communities maintain traditional methods of net casting and fish preparation, passing these skills through generations at Shoal Bay.
Visitors access Shoal Bay through Old Parham Road, with multiple accommodation options including Sandpiper Reef Resort and Amaryllis Hotel nearby.
The bay's position near V.C. Bird International Airport allows travelers to transition from air travel to beach exploration within thirty minutes.
Location: Saint George Parish
Elevation above the sea: 1 m
GPS coordinates: 17.16250,-61.79333
Latest update: March 23, 2025 01:42
The Caribbean holds beaches that have kept their natural shape and offer travelers a different view of the region. Some sit on small islands, others along coasts protected by coral reefs. Eagle Beach in Aruba draws visitors with its white sand, while Flamenco Beach on Culebra in Puerto Rico is known for its clear water. Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman stretches along the western shore, and Anse de Grande Saline in Saint Barthélemy remains secluded and backed by hills. Tulum in Mexico pairs beach with Mayan ruins, Bathsheba in Barbados shows rocky coastal formations, and Treasure Beach in Jamaica is a quiet fishing village with dark sand. Caribbean beaches vary in character and location. Rendezvous Bay in Anguilla and Long Bay in Saint Martin offer wide stretches of sand, while Half Moon Bay in Antigua stands out for its protected cove. Shoal Bay in Antigua is popular with snorkelers, Sorobon Beach in Bonaire sits in a shallow mangrove area, and Pigeon Point in Tobago features a long wooden jetty. Zoni Beach on Culebra sees few visitors, La Sagesse Bay in Grenada is lined with palms, and Varadero in Cuba runs for several miles along the northern coast. These beaches work as starting points for travelers looking to explore the region beyond the standard tourist circuit.
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