Salomon Bay

This is a small white sandy beach that is hidden back into the woods. This beach is not accessible by car, and therefore it tends to be a rather private beach. It can be reached by hiking the Lind Point Trail, starting either from behind the National Park Headquarters in Cruz Bay or from Caneel Bay Resort. There are signs along the way that indicate the location of this particular beach. You can secure a more detailed description by reading the directions to Honeymoon Beach which are listed at the bottom of this page.

Since it is somewhat secluded, Salomon has become a beach that is used by those who wish to swim in the buff. Some people go au natural, while others just go topless. Having a camera on this beach is a no-no, and you will secure a very definite ill feeling from the other bathers if you have a visible camera, even though it is not in use. You will also get a similar response from the other bathers if you just sit on the beach and attempt to take in the view.

Nudity is illegal under Virgin Island law, and it is also against National Park policy. The local police do not patrol this beach as it is on federal national park land. Occasionally, members of the National Park Rangers will walk onto the beach and will sometimes make everyone put their bathing suits back on. They do have the authority to give you a citation with a fine. The Park Ranger may give you the citation, tell you to put the bathing suit back on, or just ignore the situation. In most instances, they just ignore the situation or tell you to put your suit back on.

If you are offended by any kind of nudity, then simply bypass this beach and go onto Honeymoon Beach which is the next one along the path. Due to the fact many local residents come to this beach by way of their motorized dingies, keep an ear open for the sound of the motors while you are snorkeling on Salomon Beach.