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Denis Bay
Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2008 1:55 pm
by cosmolady
Happy Fourth of July, everyone!
I have been fascinated by the recent talk of Denis Bay. From what I am reading, it seems you park at Peace Hill and hike down? Is that correct?
Since we have never been to Denis Bay, any words of wisdom?
As always, thank you!
Cosmolady/ Mary (But today I think I will be Margarita Mary)
Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2008 2:15 pm
by SanDiegoMark
Happy Fourth Margarita Mary! Yup, one of the formulites told us about Denis Bay at a recent Beach Bar gathering. I'll have a picture of it coming in a future installment of my trip report. But, yes you park in the Peace Hill parking lot. Trail to Peace Hill is fairly gentle and has a very nice view at the top. However, as you start up the hill from the parking lot within a fairly short distance (50 yards or so) you'll see an unmarked trail heading down on the right side. It is actually a fairly steep trail and longer than I had originally anticipated, but comes out on a very pretty small sandy beach. Its not a highly visited beach, probably because of the hike. That's where we saw our shark. You'll have to wait for the trip report for pictures and more details!
Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2008 2:35 pm
by sherban
Yep, I also agree with Mark's comments and logistics. I thought it was a very easy hike/walk...I carried a fairly heavy cooler...no problem.
I posted a couple above and below water pics in my recent TR...
Enjoy!!
Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2008 2:40 pm
by lazylane
Never been there either, but looks wonderful!
Here's some info
http://www.seestjohn.com/beaches_denis.html
Happy Friday and Happy 4th everyone!
Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2008 3:40 pm
by cosmolady
Thank you so much for the info! It is now on my "to do" list for next week!
Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2008 3:44 pm
by cosmolady
Sherban, I think you were my first inspiration to check out Denis Bay. Then I kept reading and reading. Sounds great!
Posted: Sat Jul 05, 2008 9:48 pm
by sherban
I loved it...I thinkj it was just one of those "happy days" for me where you love what-ever you do that day...
The beach isn't big or wide but it is beautiful IMO, there are no facilities and there is a private residence down the beach near the best swimming area. The beach is public so don't let the signs worry you...just don't go behind the treeline over near the house. I loved this place, awesome view, nice and private (the day we were there), very good snorkeling, nice spot under the trees (away from the house) to relax...
http://www.seestjohn.com/images/beaches ... nis005.jpg
Enjoy your travels and adventures!
Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 2:40 pm
by kirk
While the beach is quite nice. the swimming area is on the small size. alot of rocks and coral. naked people should be of no surprise to vistors to this beach.
kirk
Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 2:43 pm
by RickG
Kirk! You gave us away! I hope things are going well for you.
Cheers, RickG
Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 2:44 pm
by waterguy
Kirk you back to work yet?
Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 3:42 pm
by kirk
waterguy wrote:Kirk you back to work yet?
I've been back. I just took today off because...well I was/am still toasted from one heck of a party weekend. I'll post some pics and maybe a video or two.
kirk
