Photo of Oppenheimer beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Oppenheimer beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Oppenheimer beach with spacious shore

Photo of Oppenheimer beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Oppenheimer beach located in natural area

7.5

Good

Oppenheimer beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Oppenheimer beach?

There are 80 places to stay in the Oppenheimer beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Oppenheimer beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6362218&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sugar Mill Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9017529&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Hideout</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5190566&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ocean View Villas</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6402206&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Tortola Adventure Private Villa Ocean-View Pool</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8267343&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">More Than Beauty Properties</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9302967&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Modern 3-bedroom villa with pool</a></li></ul>

#42 out of 76 in Cruz Bay

7.5

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright fine sand Deserted Fine sand bottom Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Cruz Bay • 3.1 km

Map of beach

Bar The Windmill Bar

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Shambles Island Bar and Grill

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Bar Heading East Bar & Grill

9.6 - Exceptional 1.4km

Restaurant Coco Jim's Café

9.6 - Exceptional 1.4km

Italian Restaurant ZoZo's at Caneel Bay

9 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant RainTree Café

8.2 - Very good 2.1km

Bar Lavango Cay

2.8km

Seafood Restaurant 1864 The Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 2.8km

Restaurant St John Brewers - Tap Room Brewpub

9 - Excellent 2.8km

Hiking Area Peace Hill Trail

260m

Hiking Area Caneel Hill Trail

1.5km

Hiking Area L'Esperance trailhead

2.1km

Hiking Area Cinnamon Bay Trail

2.6km

Park National Park Field

2.8km

National Park Virgin Islands National Park

2.8km

Hiking Area Lind Point Trail

2.8km

Park Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park

3.1km

Park St John Native plant garden

3.1km

Ice Cream Shop St. John Scoops

8.8 - Excellent 2.8km

Sandwich Shop North Shore Deli

9.4 - Excellent 2.8km

Ice Cream Shop Cool Desires

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Supermarket Dolphin Gourmet Market - Westin

3.2km

Grocery Store Baby’s Mini Mart

3.2km

Grocery Store Moe's Fresh Market Redhook

8.4km

Tourist Attraction Dennis Bay Greathouse Ruins

9.4 - Excellent 70m

Tourist Attraction Jumbie Beach

200m

Tourist Attraction Coral Reef Underwater Park Trail

770m

Tourist Attraction Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel

9.8 - Exceptional 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Carolina Corral

8.8 - Excellent 7km

Tourist Attraction Parasail Virgin Islands

9.8 - Exceptional 7.9km

Tourist Attraction Gun Point

10 - Exceptional 8.6km

Tourist Attraction Belmont Point

9 - Excellent 9.5km

Art Gallery Bajo el Sol Gallery, Art Bar & Rum Room

9.8 - Exceptional 2.8km

Aquarium Coral World Ocean Park

9.1km

Historical Landmark Annaberg Sugar Plantation

4.9km

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About

Oppenheimer beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 42th place out of 76 beaches in the United States Virgin Islands region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

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 almost deserted place even during the high season.

Oppenheimer 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 at some distance, within 300 meters.

18 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Maho Bay beach, which has a rating of 8.7.

Oppenheimer beach (United States Virgin Islands) is located outside the Cruz Bay 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 coast of the St.John island 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 Oppenheimer 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

+28 ^o C +27 ^o C

Air temperature

8.2 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Cruz Bay • 3.1 km

Map of beach

Bar The Windmill Bar

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Shambles Island Bar and Grill

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Bar Heading East Bar & Grill

9.6 - Exceptional 1.4km

Restaurant Coco Jim's Café

9.6 - Exceptional 1.4km

Italian Restaurant ZoZo's at Caneel Bay

9 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant RainTree Café

8.2 - Very good 2.1km

Bar Lavango Cay

2.8km

Seafood Restaurant 1864 The Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 2.8km

Restaurant St John Brewers - Tap Room Brewpub

9 - Excellent 2.8km

Hiking Area Peace Hill Trail

260m

Hiking Area Caneel Hill Trail

1.5km

Hiking Area L'Esperance trailhead

2.1km

Hiking Area Cinnamon Bay Trail

2.6km

Park National Park Field

2.8km

National Park Virgin Islands National Park

2.8km

Hiking Area Lind Point Trail

2.8km

Park Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park

3.1km

Park St John Native plant garden

3.1km

Ice Cream Shop St. John Scoops

8.8 - Excellent 2.8km

Sandwich Shop North Shore Deli

9.4 - Excellent 2.8km

Ice Cream Shop Cool Desires

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Supermarket Dolphin Gourmet Market - Westin

3.2km

Grocery Store Baby’s Mini Mart

3.2km

Grocery Store Moe's Fresh Market Redhook

8.4km

Tourist Attraction Dennis Bay Greathouse Ruins

9.4 - Excellent 70m

Tourist Attraction Jumbie Beach

200m

Tourist Attraction Coral Reef Underwater Park Trail

770m

Tourist Attraction Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel

9.8 - Exceptional 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Carolina Corral

8.8 - Excellent 7km

Tourist Attraction Parasail Virgin Islands

9.8 - Exceptional 7.9km

Tourist Attraction Gun Point

10 - Exceptional 8.6km

Tourist Attraction Belmont Point

9 - Excellent 9.5km

Art Gallery Bajo el Sol Gallery, Art Bar & Rum Room

9.8 - Exceptional 2.8km

Aquarium Coral World Ocean Park

9.1km

Historical Landmark Annaberg Sugar Plantation

4.9km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

9.9km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Ocean View Villas

Resort Villa

Located at nearest locality

Cruz Bay • 12.8km from center

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9.9km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

The Hideout

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Cruz Bay • 12.8km from center

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19km from the beach

7.5 Very good

Abigail's Spectacular 2 bedrooms-Entire Apartment

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Cruz Bay • 22km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

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Jumbie beach Jumbie beach

7.8 Very good

890m 12 min walk

Trunk Bay beach Trunk Bay beach

8.7 Excellent

930m 12 min walk

Hawksnest beach Hawksnest beach

8.3 Very good

1km 14 min walk

Caneel Bay beach Caneel Bay beach

7.6 Very good

1.2km 16 min walk

Turtle Bay beach Turtle Bay beach

7.8 Very good

1.2km 16 min walk

Turtle Bay beach II Turtle Bay beach II

7.8 Very good

1.6km 22 min walk

Peter Bay beach Peter Bay beach

7.7 Very good

2.1km

Honeymoon beach Honeymoon beach

8.5 Excellent

Localities

Nearest

Cruz Bay • 3.1km

Transport

Airport

SPB • 17.4km

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7.5 Good

Ethan Andrews

10 Exceptional

Out of all the beaches on St. John, this one was definitely our top pick. Despite the walk down, it's worth it because it's usually less crowded than the others. Plus, the views are absolutely stunning. It's the ideal spot to spend the entire day in peaceful relaxation.

April 2023

Aurora Jameson

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely stunning! It's only accessible through a gated community, but the effort is well worth it. Unfortunately, the tire swing is no longer present and one of the palm trees was destroyed during a hurricane, which is quite sad. However, it's a serene beach that's off the beaten path. If you're a fan of secluded locations, like myself, then you should definitely pay a visit!

April 2023

Ethan Rivers

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely gorgeous, but it's located on the west side of the peninsula, contrary to what Google maps suggests. It would be helpful if the map was updated.

April 2023

Nathanial Kowalski

10 Exceptional

The location of Oppenheimer Beach on Google Maps is inaccurate, but it is still a wonderful beach.

April 2023

Lena Parker

10 Exceptional

One of my top picks for beaches in St. John and the Virgin Islands is Oppenheimer Beach. It's a private beach managed by the National Park and boasts lovely amenities, such as bathrooms and showers. It's also a great spot for taking pictures. The short hike down the hill is enjoyable, with a jungle-like atmosphere, and the beach itself is truly paradise.

April 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Oppenheimer beach?

The Oppenheimer beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Oppenheimer beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Oppenheimer beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Oppenheimer beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

Oppenheimer beach is partially protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Oppenheimer beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Oppenheimer 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 Oppenheimer 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.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Oppenheimer beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Oppenheimer beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Windmill Bar is the closest place located 1200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Oppenheimer beach?

There are 80 places to stay in the Oppenheimer beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Oppenheimer beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Oppenheimer beach from parking?

The Oppenheimer beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Oppenheimer beach?

There are 3 attractions near Oppenheimer beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Dennis Bay Greathouse Ruins located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Oppenheimer beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Oppenheimer beach is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Oppenheimer beach (St.John island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Oppenheimer beach (St.John island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.