There are plenty of advantages to visiting a beach that isn't surrounded by thousands of hotel rooms, like being able to enjoy the scenery without the"scene" and Pigeon Point Beach offers just that.

The shores of Pigeon Point beach are endowed with groves of lush tropical trees, including big banyans, that tower high above the sands. From this beach you can take in great views of the coast and nearby Martinique. This quaint little beach is littered with soft white sands, and is an ideal place for a picnic

Although St. Lucia has some beaches that are more secluded than Pigeon Point Beach the combination of natural setting, personality and other qualities offered by this beach might be just right for you.

You may find that beaches throughout St. Lucia are usually fairly quiet, however, Pigeon Point Beach offers something unique. Though few would call this spot urbanized it's not families and groups of friends that decide to check out this beach will enjoy escaping the buzz of city life without missing the chance to people watch.

For some visitors the level of activity at a beach and its amenities can be the most important attributes. Others feel that it is the seclusion and the chance to waste away the day on the sand that is the most important thing. You have many beach choices in St. Lucia, and Pigeon Point Beach may be just what you're looking for.

Location

This delightful beach is located on St. Lucia's southern coast, 0.2 miles from Pigeon Island National Historic Park. Pigeon Point Beach is close to Gros Islet, so walking the town is a definite option.

Nearby Hotels

The number of other people sharing the beach can vary widely -- it depends on when you visit. You can expect to encounter a fair number of travelers who are staying nearby. You'll find several hotels located near this beach. So if you want to stay in this vicinity you should be able to find what you are looking for.

Hotels near this beach are listed in the following table.

Amenities and Ambience

Pigeon Point Beach is one of the island's better known historical areas. Near the beach, you can explore ruins of a fortress, barracks, and rusty cannons that date back to the middle of the 1700s.

The amount of people on the beach depends on the day of the week, time of year, and many other factors. Some of St. Lucia's beaches may rarely be crowded, while others are often crowded particularly when the season is at its peak. One of the most important factors when considering a day at the beach can be, for some beach goers, the possibility of crowds. While some prefer a crowded beach filled with people and activity, some prefer to just hear the sounds of the surf.

Like so many places in St. Lucia this beach has a distinctive quality which will be the perfect match for some visitors. The personality of this beach is a little different from what you'll experience at other beach locations in St. Lucia. Pigeon point beach is part of the Pigeon Island National Historic Park, meaning it is well cared for. The island joins St. Lucia's mainland by causeway, meaning ti's easy to reach as well.

Attractions

Visiting the beach is a great way to see some of nature's most beautiful works, but vacationers can also check out other natural attractions that are worth exploring. A great example is Pigeon Island National Historic Park, (located 0.2 miles to the northeast of Pigeon Point Beach) which can provide a nice addition to your day at the seaside.

Historical landmarks, including Derek Walcott Square, offer a good complement to the sandy shores of Pigeon Point Beach, providing beachgoers with opportunity to find out more about St. Lucia without having to go to far from the beach.

If activity is your top vacation choice, you won't be far from the items in the following table when you're at this beach.

Food

It doesn't matter what kind of meal, an ideal way to start the day off or end a day at the beach is sometimes patronizing a local food establishment, where you can delve into delicious local dishes without having to go too far from the beach.

The following table provides a list of nearby dining options.

Vacationers will find plenty of great restaurants in St. Lucia, but not every meal has to be eaten in a formal setting. Many visitors enjoy having a meal right at the beach. Hence, you might want to have your hotel pack a picnic lunch for you, or you can pick up some food en route to the beach.

Other Beaches

Needless to say, there are other beaches besides Pigeon Point Beach in St. Lucia. Travelers who like this beach might also enjoy Rodney Bay, located 1.3 miles to the southeast. Rodney Bay's pretty beaches are not the focal point at this tourist haven, where many guests come to spend time at the beach, shops, restaurants, and other areas scattered along the shore.

But, if you're interested in a more active beach, you might like Reduit Beach. It is located 1.2 miles to the southeast.

Another location you may want to try is Choc Beach, located 3.6 miles from Pigeon Point Beach. With its calm waters, and nearby amenities, Choc Beach is a popular spot with vacationing families.

You might not find Pigeon Point Beach to be the best choice for you, but if you don't want to visit this beach, you'll find plenty of other choices in St. Lucia.