Photo of Dunn’s River Beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Dunn’s River Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Dunn’s River Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Dunn’s River Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Dunn’s River Beach amenities area

Photo of Dunn’s River Beach and the settlement

Photo of Dunn’s River Beach surrounded by mountains

Photo of Dunn’s River Beach backed by cliffs

8.3

Very good

Waterfall

Dunn’s River Beach

Dunn's River Beach

Bog, Jamaica

#37 out of 105 in Roaring River

8.3

Very good

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

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Located within the settlement

Roaring River • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Hayden’s Restaurant

7.6 - Very good 560m

Restaurant Little James bond

10 - Exceptional 1.1km

Bar John D Bar & Games

2.5km

Cafe Needle i Tattoo Studio & Barber Shop

8.4 - Very good 2.5km

Bar Tracy's Hot Spot

9.4 - Excellent 2.7km

Restaurant Faya's Snack Bar

2.9km

Restaurant Whalers Seafood Restaurant & Sports Bar

3km

Cafe GENIUS TECHNOLOGIES

10 - Exceptional 3km

Seafood Restaurant Lobster Dave Seafood Restaurant and Sports Bar

7.2 - Good 3km

Park The World Famous Dunn's River Falls & Park

490m

Park Main Parking Rain Forest Adventure

1.3km

Park Bullhead Beach

1.4km

Park The Turtle River Falls & Gardens (formerly The Enchanted Gardens)

3.3km

Park Turtle River Park

3.4km

Park Věž s hodinami

3.8km

Hiking Area Dead End

3.8km

Hiking Area Jamajka

3.8km

Park 2051 garden suits

5.6km

Playground Pimento Walk Playground

3.5km

Playground Parry Town Playground

4.2km

Supermarket General Food Supermarket

3.6km

Store Kaya Herb House

3.6km

Ice Cream Shop Devon House I Scream

8.6 - Excellent 3.7km

Supermarket Champion Supermarket

3.8km

Supermarket Progressive Foods

3.8km

Supermarket WAT A DEAL SUPERMARKET

3.8km

Supermarket Sophias Supermarket

3.8km

Market Ocho Rios Market

4km

Supermarket L & C Supermarket

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Tek-A-Hike

10 - Exceptional 320m

Tourist Attraction Dolphin Cove Ocho Rios

610m

Tourist Attraction Laughing Waters Beach

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Mystic Mountain

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Roaring River Great House

6.4 - Pleasant 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Jamaican Bobsled Rollercoaster

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Ocho Rios Cruise Terminal

3km

Tourist Attraction Chukka Island Village Outpost

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Ocho Rios Authentic Tours

8.6 - Excellent 3.7km

Amusement Park Wata Land park

9.9km

Historical Landmark Prospect Great House

8.9km

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About

Dunn’s River Beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 37th place out of 105 beaches in the Jamaica region 61.7 km away from its center, the city of Kingston. It is one of the beaches of Roaring River settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious 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 partially crowded during the high season.

Dunn’s River Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

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.

7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Mammee Bay, which has a rating of 9.6.

Dunn’s River Beach is located in Jamaica within Roaring River, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +21 ^o C

Air temperature

6.3 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Roaring River • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Hayden’s Restaurant

7.6 - Very good 560m

Restaurant Little James bond

10 - Exceptional 1.1km

Bar John D Bar & Games

2.5km

Cafe Needle i Tattoo Studio & Barber Shop

8.4 - Very good 2.5km

Bar Tracy's Hot Spot

9.4 - Excellent 2.7km

Restaurant Faya's Snack Bar

2.9km

Restaurant Whalers Seafood Restaurant & Sports Bar

3km

Cafe GENIUS TECHNOLOGIES

10 - Exceptional 3km

Seafood Restaurant Lobster Dave Seafood Restaurant and Sports Bar

7.2 - Good 3km

Park The World Famous Dunn's River Falls & Park

490m

Park Main Parking Rain Forest Adventure

1.3km

Park Bullhead Beach

1.4km

Park The Turtle River Falls & Gardens (formerly The Enchanted Gardens)

3.3km

Park Turtle River Park

3.4km

Park Věž s hodinami

3.8km

Hiking Area Dead End

3.8km

Hiking Area Jamajka

3.8km

Park 2051 garden suits

5.6km

Playground Pimento Walk Playground

3.5km

Playground Parry Town Playground

4.2km

Supermarket General Food Supermarket

3.6km

Store Kaya Herb House

3.6km

Ice Cream Shop Devon House I Scream

8.6 - Excellent 3.7km

Supermarket Champion Supermarket

3.8km

Supermarket Progressive Foods

3.8km

Supermarket WAT A DEAL SUPERMARKET

3.8km

Supermarket Sophias Supermarket

3.8km

Market Ocho Rios Market

4km

Supermarket L & C Supermarket

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Tek-A-Hike

10 - Exceptional 320m

Tourist Attraction Dolphin Cove Ocho Rios

610m

Tourist Attraction Laughing Waters Beach

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Mystic Mountain

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Roaring River Great House

6.4 - Pleasant 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Jamaican Bobsled Rollercoaster

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Ocho Rios Cruise Terminal

3km

Tourist Attraction Chukka Island Village Outpost

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Ocho Rios Authentic Tours

8.6 - Excellent 3.7km

Amusement Park Wata Land park

9.9km

Historical Landmark Prospect Great House

8.9km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

2.4km from the beach

Miramar 6 Bedroom on the Beach

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 2.1km from center

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2.8km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Lovely Ensuite Getaway with Pool

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 2.2km from center

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3km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

K6 Apartment

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 4.2km from center

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Panoramic View@Sky Castles, Columbus Heights

3.1km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Panoramic View@Sky Castles, Columbus Heights

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 4.2km from center

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3.1km from the beach

Sandals Dunns River All Inclusive Couples Only

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 2.6km from center

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Hummingbird Retreat - Luxury Oceanview Apt, 7-Minute Walk to Beach

3.1km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Hummingbird Retreat - Luxury Oceanview Apt, 7-Minute Walk to Beach

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 4.2km from center

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3.1km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Columbus Suite

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 4.2km from center

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3.1km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Elegant Condo Awesome View

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 4.3km from center

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3.1km from the beach

6.4 Pleasant

Sweet Suites Ochi 1

Serviced Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 4.2km from center

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3.2km from the beach

7.7 Very good

Columbus Heights Apt 26 F

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 4.2km from center

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3.2km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Skycastle Oasis

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 4.3km from center

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3.2km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Penthouse On The Ridge

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Roaring River • 4.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.2 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

850m 11 min walk

Pearly beach Pearly beach

8.3 Very good

1.7km 22 min walk

Little Dunn's River Beach Little Dunn's River Beach

7.9 Very good

2.1km

Old Fort Bay Beach Old Fort Bay Beach

8.3 Very good

3.1km

Mammee Bay beach Mammee Bay beach

9.6 Exceptional

3.3km

Fisherman Beach Fisherman Beach

6.9 Good

3.7km

Ocho Rios Bay Beach Ocho Rios Bay Beach

8.7 Excellent

4.6km

Mahogany Beach Mahogany Beach

8 Very good

5.7km

Saint Ann's Bay Saint Ann's Bay

7.8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Roaring River • 1.7km

Main locality of province

Kingston • 61.7km

Transport

Airport

OCJ • 18.1km

Bus Station

Ocho Rios Transport Center • 4.3km

Train Station

Linstead Railway Station • 33km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

8.3 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8.3 Very good

Drew Hart

10 Exceptional

I was pleasantly surprised by my beach excursion experience, as it exceeded my expectations and ranks among the top ones I have ever had.

March 2023

Nola Greyson

10 Exceptional

I had a fantastic time at this beach with my family and friends.

March 2023

Ava Jenson.

6 Pleasant

At times, the customer service can be quite poor, but overall the beach itself is truly magnificent.

March 2023

Nicolette Dupont.

8 Very good

This beach is located near the river mouth and Dunn's Falls, boasting a stunning sandy shoreline. It's relatively free of seaweed, and there are lifeguards present for added safety. Additionally, there are picnic tables available for visitors to use. Access to the beach is available through the Dunn's River Waterfalls and Falls site.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Dunn’s River Beach?

The Dunn’s River 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 Dunn’s River Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Dunn’s River 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 Dunn’s River Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Dunn’s River Beach is partially protected from waves.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Dunn’s River Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Dunn’s River Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Dunn’s River Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Dunn’s River Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Hayden’s Restaurant is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Dunn’s River Beach?

There are 615 places to stay in the Dunn’s River Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Dunn’s River Beach include:

Sandals Dunns River All Inclusive Couples Only

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Dunn’s River Beach from parking?

The Dunn’s River 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Dunn’s River Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Dunn’s River Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Tek-A-Hike located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Dunn’s River Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Dunn’s River 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.