Arashi Beach
About
At the northwest tip, past the high-rises and just before the California Lighthouse. Calm clear water, a rocky entry on one end that's good for snorkeling, and a fraction of the foot traffic you'll see on Palm. A few palapas but no full facilities — bring water.
At a glance
- Area
- Noord
- Swimming quality
- ●●●●○
- Snorkeling
- ●●●●○
- Crowd level
- fewer▮▮▯▯▯more
- Facilities
- –
- Shade
- ✓
- Family friendly
- ✓
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Other beaches
© MrEMan2 via TripAdvisorAndicuri Beach
Andicuri Beach sits on the rugged northeast coast inside Arikok National Park, past the Ayo rock formations at the end of a bumpy dirt track. The surf here is rough — locals know it, and the currents mean swimming is off the table. What you get instead is a powerful, raw shoreline where waves crash into limestone cliffs and the trade winds blow steady. It's ranked #4 among park attractions, which reflects what it is: a dramatic lookout, not a place to wade in. The beach itself is a pocket of white sand framed by rock, and on a clear day the turquoise churn is worth the drive. Bring water and expect zero facilities — no shade, no bathrooms, no vendors. The access road requires clearance, so a rental sedan might scrape. If you're already exploring the northeast side of the park, it's a solid detour for the contrast to the calm beaches on the west coast.
San Nicolas© BlueJayNYC via TripAdvisorBaby Beach
A shallow, almost-enclosed lagoon at the southern tip of the island in San Nicolas. The water rarely gets above waist-deep across most of the cove, which makes it the standard pick for families with toddlers or anyone uneasy in open water. Long drive from Palm Beach (45 minutes) but worth a day trip.
Noord© Fearless_Fists via TripAdvisorBoca Catalina
A small horseshoe cove just south of Arashi where the catamaran tours stop for their first snorkel of the day. Get there before 9am or after 2pm to dodge the boat crowds. Clear water, good visibility, plenty of fish on the rocks at the southern end.
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