The North Coast

The North Coast is what most people come to Anegada for, and it does not disappoint. Stretching from Loblolly Bay at the east and winding all the way to West End Point, the North Coast is more than a dozen miles of unblemished, uncrowded, perfectly white beaches. The waves from the often-wild Atlantic Ocean crash onto the barrier reef several hundred yards offshore; smaller waves make their way onto the beach, depositing intriguing ocean riffraff. Beach quality varies along the shore depending on predominant currents and waves, but nowhere are the beaches rough or rocky.

A number of small roads branching off from the main loop road provide access to the Coast, but many people choose to base themselves at either Cow Wreck Beach or Loblolly Bay, home to two of the most popular restaurants and beach bars. Both have good snorkeling, but the reef is closer to shore and easier to access at Loblolly.

It is possible to walk the six miles from Cow Wreck to Loblolly, but be sure to prepare for the powerful sun and make plans for a pick-up. You can also kayak along the inside of the barrier reef; just remember that the current runs east to west. Beachcombing is another fun way to explore the Coast.