Author: Nina Ragusa
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1. Soufriere Beach (Most Local Beach in St. Lucia)
Parking your beach towel on the sand at Soufriere Beach is the thing to do if you want to experience the island like a local. This gem has yet to be found by large hoards of tourists, but it’s not hard to see why it’s a local favorite.
It’s tucked away near the base of Petite Piton and has incredible views of this soaring peak. It may not be the most secluded or private spot, but there are certainly some good people-watching opportunities and plenty of shorelines to stretch out on.
I find this spot a bit hard to describe. It’s a happening area, with very lively local life, but at the same, there’s not TOO much here. Places to eat out are a bit scarce as most tourists stick to their resorts and locals cook.
This is one of the most beautiful beaches in St. Lucia but you’ll be hard-pressed to find many tourists here (score!)
2. Anse Chastanet Beach and Mamin Beach
Anse Chastanet Beach is located just north of the Pitons on a quiet and remote cove. Although famed for its epic snorkeling opportunities, Anse Chastanet is also great for its above-water scenery.
Anse Chastanet can sometimes be one of the more active beaches in St. Lucia, so be prepared to share these incredible views as you dip your toes into the volcanic sand. With that said, it’s never TOO busy because the road to get here is a bit hectic. Make sure to take it easy.
It seems like it’s privately owned by the Anse Chastanet Resort, but again, there are no private beaches here, so don’t be bashful; just say hello and notify the front desk you’re here for the day.
For a more remote spot, continue walking to your right and head to Anse Mamin, just about a five-minute walk from Anse Chastanet.
The resort spans both of these beaches, but with the exception of a few beach chairs and a small bar in the back, Mamin looks like it’s a beach all on its own.
Don’t forget a snorkel and hop in right around the rocky areas on the outskirts of the coves to get up close and personal with some squid, eels, turtles, and plenty of fish.
While many photos of this beach will show you the Pitons, you can actually only see them from above if you’re at the resort on the cliff. You won’t see them on the beach level.
3. Jalousie Plantation Beach/Sugar Beach (Arguably The Most Stunning Beach in St. Lucia)
Jalousie Beach, more commonly known as Sugar Beach, is perhaps the most well-known beach in St. Lucia. If you’re looking for a picturesque beach to lay back for the afternoon, Sugar Beach is the spot!
The white sand beach is nestled between the lush slopes of Gros Piton and Petit Piton, and the bay’s shielded waters are a shocking shade of blue.
Because the water surrounding this beach is guarded, the life underwater flourishes, making it a favoured locale by those seeking to play beneath the surface.
You can snorkel just to the right of the beach. There’s a rental hut, but you may just want to bring your own to the island, so you can hop in any time (for free!)
Sugar Beach Resort is directly on this beach and also makes it seem like it’s private but as you enter, just tell them you’re visiting for the day. Should you be driving, you’ll have to park in their visitor parking lot and take the steep stroll down to the beach…
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