Little Lameshur Bay, St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

5Amie B 5:00 PM Aug 19, 2021

Have your own beach for snorkeling
If you are serious about snorkeling, you have probably seen the name Little Lameshur Bay if you are looking on St. John. There is good reason. This bay is almost always quiet as it is mostly protected from all but the most severe weather, so a lot of coral can grow, bringing fish and sting ray. I saw 3 desert rays all gliding mere feet from me, like they had nowhere to be. It probably helped that I was the only person on the beach at the time, which is another good reason to go. It is true that you should have a 4x4 or at least a vehicle with good ground clearance. On my way out I happened upon some tourists who were stranded in a small car who could not go any further without bottoming out. So, rent or borrow a vehicle that can make the drive, you will thank yourself later. The amount of coral on the eastern rocks is fantastic and all the fish you see, you will not want to miss it. I went all the way east to Yawzi Point as the water was very calm. Besides the snorkeling, the bay has some spots for parking, trash bins, a restroom, some grills and a few picnic tables. But if you snorkel at all, get out here!

5Clairek K 5:00 PM Aug 25, 2021

Excellent
Another beautiful beach. But this one is at the end of a long unpaved road, often filled with big puddles. But AWD/4WD cars should get through without trouble. Surprisingly crowded when we went (though we were alone when we arrived in the morning), but plenty of space to find a good spot.