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John Smiths Bay
A Favorite Snorkeling Beach in Bermuda
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John Smiths Bay beach is located on south shore in Bermuda's Smith's Parish, between Pink Beach Club and Watch Hill Park, and close to Devil's Hole Aquarium.
This is a wide stretch of pale pink sand with crystal clear water.
The beach is very popular with both tourists and locals.
John Smiths Bay beach is named after Captain John Smith, an explorer who first produced a map of Bermuda. in 1631.
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This is one of our very favorite snorkeling beaches and is great for families and children. You can see lots of marine life in nearby reefs. The closest reef is only about 200 yards from shore. This is often a site chosen by the locals for night diving.
John Smiths Bay Bermuda
You don't need to worry about a long swim, as the snorkeling is excellent only a few yards off the shore. You can enter the water from anywhere you like. You can find the best of the colorful fishes in the rocky stretch to the west-end. Here you will see the reefs coming within a few feet of the surface and dipping down as low as 25 feet. The surrounding reef line which is about 200 yards away, prevents boat traffic from entering John Smiths bay.
John Smiths Bay Beach Bermuda
The beach has ample parking facilities and toilets. There is a lunch wagon selling cold drinks, burgers, fish cakes, fries and ice creams on most of the days.
Due to the occasional rip currents, lifeguards are always on duty during summer time. We always recall this John Smiths bay as one the most tranquil but colorful beaches in Bermuda.
John Smiths is a public beach and open from sunrise to sunset. There is no admission fee.
After enjoying the beach, if you like to explore one of the best reserves of Bermuda which is also one of the best bird watching locations, then take the South Road from here, walk about a mile and reach Spittal Pond Nature Reserve.
Location of John smith's Bay
Located at Smith's Parish. Take bus #1 or #3 that operate between Hamilton City and St George and get off at Devil's Hole. You can also get here by bus #10 or #11, but that would require a 1-mile walk from Flatt's Village to reach John Smiths bay.
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Visitors' Reviews
Steve Ross unfortunately had an unpleasant experience at the John Smith's Bay with his family. He found lots of broken glasses on the beach. Although our own experience is different, you may like to read this review for more awareness.
John Smiths beach is a favorite of Melissa, who was born and raised in Bermuda, but lives abroad now.
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