02 of 10The beach
Magens Bay Beach
Magens Bay is the postcard. A sheltered cove on the north shore holds a long crescent of pale sand, water that stays calm enough for a long swim, and a green hillside that closes the view.
- Where
- North shore, Magens Bay Road
- Time
- Half a day, easily a full one
- Cost
- About $7 for visitors; under 12 free
Best for. A slow beach day
Why it keeps the top of every list
The bay is protected by two peninsulas, so the water stays a clear, swimming-pool turquoise on most days. The beach itself runs close to a mile. Even when cruise excursions arrive, there is room to walk toward the quieter end.
Rent a chair if you want shade without hauling gear. Fairchild’s and the beach bar cover lunch and a painkiller. Snorkel gear and paddleboards are available if the swimming gets restless.
A few practical notes
The Magens Bay Authority runs the park. Confirm the day’s hours before you go — weather can close the gate. Arrive earlier on ship days if you want a chair near the water.
There is a nature trail through the mangroves at the back of the beach if you want twenty minutes off the sand. Combine the morning with Mountain Top, which looks straight down on this same bay.