Beach
Owned by
Urban Development Corporation
Entrance Fee
None
Lifeguard Service
No Lifeguard on duty
Opening Hours
Non–restrictive
Beach conditions
The beach is generally calm
Amenities
Parking available, Restroom available, Food services

Beach Location

Winnifred Beach, with its scenic landscape is located on the north coast of Jamaica between Blue Lagoon and Boston beach. It is nestled in a small sheltered bay between San San Bay and Dragon Bay in the parish of Portland. The surrounding mangroves and forest makes this beach a fairly secluded spot.

Environmental Features

The beach substrate varies, with the western side comprised largely of white soft sandy beach while the eastern side of the beach consist mainly of rocks. There is a pond located on the southern eastern end which enters the sea through a small channel. Vegetation south of the beach provide some shade and includes Seaside Mahoe, Sea Grape, West Indian Almond and grasses.

Accessibility and Parking

The beach is accessed via parochial road that leads from the main road. Parking is available

Amenities

Food services are available such as snack shop and a small restaurants, picnic tables provide the convenience of eating at this location. Craft shops that sell clothing and jewellery are present which adds to the cultural experience. Bathroom and changing room facilities are available which ideal if you intend on spending all day at the beach.

Things to do

The beach is pleasant for swimming, wading, beach football and beach volley ball. If you are looking for more than just a day at the beach, various attractions are nearby, including Folly Ruins and Folly Lighthouse, both are historical sites located approximately 7.4 km from the shore of Winnifred beach. The Portland Art Gallery is roughly 9.3 km from this beach which is great to visit if you have an appreciation for art.

Accommodations close by includes Tropical Lagoon, Geejam, Mockingbird Hill or Jamaica Palace Hotel.

Beach Licences

No