Waterlemon Cay
Cruz Bay, US Virgin Islands
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- Island in the United States Virgin Islands
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Can you swim to Waterlemon Cay?
Once on Waterlemon Bay, to get to Waterlemon Cay from the beach requires a short swim across the bay, which we'll talk more about below. The Cay is surrounded by a beautiful reef filled with colorful coral and tons of colorful fish that make this place such an amazing place to snorkel.
How long is the hike to Waterlemon Cay?
Direction are the same as those for visiting the Annaberg Plantation ruins. The trail leading to Waterlemon Cay begins just off the road leading to Annaberg. The hike is scenic and flat – with the aqua blue waters of Leinster Bay providing a tropical backdrop for the 20 minute hike to Waterlemon Cay.
Is Watermelon Cay worth visiting?
The other beaches were very rough and dangerous, so we decided to try Waterlemon Cay. It was a nice 20 minute walk on a trail along the water to get to the beach, which was not crowded at all. If you want serenity and quiet, on calm water regardless of what it's like elsewhere, this is the beach to go to.
How do you get to Waterlemon Cay?
You can arrive at Waterlemon Cay either by boat, or by foot - by foot, it's about an eighth of a mile walk from the parking at Leinster Bay. The walking is worth it, but bring sneakers or good walking shoes as you'll cross some rocks and dirt.