Photo of Long Bay Beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Long Bay Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Long Bay Beach with long straight shore

8.1

Very good

Long Bay Beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Long Bay Beach?

There are 0 places to stay in the Long Bay Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Long Bay Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1860671&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Big Red's</a></li></ul>

Alligator Pond, Jamaica

#44 out of 105 in Gut River

8.1

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright fine sand Deserted Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Gut River • 1.9 km

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About

Long Bay Beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 44th place out of 105 beaches in the Jamaica region 70.5 km away from its center, the city of Kingston. It is one of the beaches of Gut River settlement, just 1.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Long Bay Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Long Bay Beach (Jamaica) is located outside the Gut River settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Long Bay Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+30 ^o C +21 ^o C

Air temperature

4.3 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Gut River • 1.9 km

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Stays nearby

1 accomodations nearby

15.9km from the beach

9 Excellent

Big Red's

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Gut River • 14.1km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

12.4km

Alligator Pond Alligator Pond

7.6 Very good

25.5km

Jackson Bay Beach Jackson Bay Beach

6.8 Good

30.8km

Treasure Beach Treasure Beach

7.9 Very good

32.2km

Treasure Beach II Treasure Beach II

7.8 Very good

33.8km

Frenchman Beach Frenchman Beach

8.1 Very good

34.9km

Barnswell Beach Barnswell Beach

6.2 Pleasant

35.2km

Billy’s Bay Beach II Billy’s Bay Beach II

7.6 Very good

36km

Billy's Bay Beach Billy's Bay Beach

7.1 Good

Localities

Nearest

Gut River • 1.9km

Main locality of province

Kingston • 70.5km

Transport

Airport

MVJ • 17.5km

Bus Station

Eagle Bus Park • 24.9km

Train Station

Four Paths Train Station • 20.2km

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Travelers reviews

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8.1 Very good

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8.1 Very good

Jaxon Hunter

10 Exceptional

Just beautiful

September 2023

Jaxon Reed JM

10 Exceptional

Excellent

September 2023

Shayla Rourke

6 Pleasant

Nice beach

September 2023

Mira X

8 Very good

Excellent

September 2023

Jenrick Smith

8 Very good

Excellent food

September 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Long Bay Beach?

The Long Bay Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun.

What are the key activities at Long Bay Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Long Bay Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Long Bay Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Long Bay Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Long Bay Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Long Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

What are the key audiences of Long Bay Beach?

Long Bay Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Long Bay Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Long Bay Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Long Bay Beach?

There are 0 places to stay in the Long Bay Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Long Bay Beach include:

Big Red's

How far is the Long Bay Beach from parking?

The Long Bay Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Long Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Long Bay Beach is June. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 26°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.