Beaches & Waterfalls of Grenada
Grenada, being home to large moutainous areas, is ideal for some on the Caribbean's best pristine beaches and waterfalls which land in crystal clear pools at thier base. When visiting the spice island, it is a must to explore these numerous salt and fresh water havens.
BEACHES
Due to its mountainous interior, Grenada possesses an irregular coastline, marked by many small bays and inlets. As a result, it offers several secluded and private beaches, many of which seem to have been untouched since the island rose from the sea. The white sand beaches are formed from pulversied coral "rock" and tiny fragments of mollusk shells. There are a number of black sand beaches as well, where the sand is of a finer, softer quality.
Most of the better-known beaches are in the southwestern part of Grenada. This is also the location of Grenada’s most famous stretch of sand, the two-mile long Grand Anse. Located just south of St. George’s, this stunning soft white sand beach has attracted many of the island’s hotels and resorts. Unlike other islands, however, Grenada has made sure that the development is unobtrusive. By law, no hotel on the island can exceed three stories or the height of the palm trees.
Anse La Roche, Carriacou: This is the most scenic beach on the island with coral reefs just offshore. Secluded and accessible from land by half mile hike, the beach is private and unspoilt at the foot of the famous High North Range. It is the preferred alternate to Sandy Island for cruise ships visiting Carriacou.
L'Esterre Bay Beach, Carriacou: Easiily accessible from land, this beach is reportedly the most popular beach on the island.
Black Bay Beach, St. John, Grenada: Accessible via a 20 minute hike from the Western Main Road
Parc a Boeuf (Grooms Beach), St. George, Grenada: White Sand Beach
Grand Anse Beach, St. George, Grenada: White Sand Beach
WATERFALLS
The mountainous terrain of Grenda gives rise to some fascinating waterfalls. Annandale Falls sit on the outskirts of St. George’s and are easily accessible. Restroom facilities are available and refreshments can be purchased from nearby shops.
Concord Valley is host to the three picturesque waterfalls known collectively as the Concord Falls. The first stage is easily accessible by road and is ideally suited for swimming. The second and third stages, known as Au Coin and Fontainbleu respectively are only accessible by foot, but well worth the journey. At Fontainbleu, the water cascades down a 65 foot cliff into a crystal clear pool.
Also known as the Marquis Falls, the Royal Mt. Carmel Falls are the highest on the island, with two falls cascading over 70 feet into the pools below. These falls are well established and accessible by road. Please note there is an entrance charge of $1.00 US per person.
The Seven Sisters are a series of falls located close to the forest reserve in Grand Etang. Accessible only by foot, these falls are worth the half hour walk through the rain forest. However the falls are on private property, so a guide is recommended.
Annandale Falls, St. George, Grenada: Annandale Falls are easily accessible, small and offers recreational opportunities and scenic beauty to its visitors
Concord Falls, St. John, Grenada: Concord Falls are three very picturesque waterfalls and are ideally suited for swimming; the first, Concord Falls is accessible by road, the second Au Coin, and the third Fontainbleu are only accessible by foot. A fee of US $1.00 is charged.
Honeymoon Falls, St. Andrew, Grenada: Recently discovered at the base of Mt. Qua Qua, Honeymoon Falls is picturesque.
Rosemount Falls, St. John, Grenada: Rosemount Falls are privately owned and are only available to persons lunching at the Rosemount Plantation House.
Royal Mt. Carmel Waterfall, St. Andrew, Grenada: The Royal Mt. Carmel Waterfall, consists of two falls, cascading over 70 feet to crystal clear pools below. A fee of US $1.00 is charged.
Seven Sister Falls, St. Andrew, Grenada: Seven Sisters Falls consists of seven waterfalls and is a 30-minute trek to the first of the falls.
Victoria Falls, St. Mark, Grenada: Victoria Falls are unspoilt and recently discovered, and is accessible only by foot.