Horseshoe Bay

South Shore Park, South Road,
Southampton Parish
Bermuda
238-2651

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This is perhaps the most popular beach/park on the islands. It’s certainly the most famous. Don’t expect a quiet afternoon in the sun here. Even on weekdays you’ll find it crowded; on weekends it can be overwhelming. But there’s good reason: it’s one of the most picturesque spots on the islands and the most photographed. I myself have snapped it from all angles and at all times of day, from early morning to early evening, and something new always seems to show up in the pictures. Horseshoe Bay is the first of a long line of beaches that stretches eastward for more than four miles. Yes, you can make the walk if you’re the energetic type. Horseshoe Bay is a must-see for anyone visiting Bermuda for the first time. It’s on the bus route they run every 20 minutes or so. Ask the driver to stop at Horseshoe Bay. Leave the bus stop and make your way down the driveway into the park. Once there, you’ll see the beach stretching away for about a quarter-mile. The ends are enclosed by high limestone cliffs, the sand is a pale pink, and the water is clear and blue. Early morning is the best time to visit: it’s less crowded then, and you can walk the sandy stretches uninterrupted by crowds of sunbathers. Snorkelers will find the waters just offshore among the rocks wonderful, but you’ll need to be a strong swimmer; the swells are quite strong. Under the waves expect to see all sorts of colorful life, such as parrotfish, wrasse, angels, sergeant majors, snapper and many others. While at the beach, take time out for a light refreshment at the Horseshoe Bay Beach House. They serve great sandwiches and long, cool drinks. Restrooms are available and the park is wheelchair-accessible.