Regularshave acclaimed the three sandy beaches that make up Cupecoy Beach as St.Maarten’s most scenic stretch of coast. Limestone cliffs make these beaches abit harder to reach, but this only adds to their seclusion and tranquillity.Clothing is optional on this beach, so anyone looking for a break from thebigger and busier beaches can come here to get back to nature in a relaxingenvironment and work on that Caribbean tan.
Stepcarefully down the cliff on the carved limestone stairway and leave all thebusy shopping complexes, tourist villas and crowded bars of St. Maarten behind.Explore the caves and rock formations in the cliffs, take a walk along thestretch of beach or dip into the warm water.
The moreconservative area for families and people who prefer to cover up is locatedcloser to the steps, due to the public mall located nearby. Children can playin the small patch of sand here, while parents and other beachgoers can relaxon chairs under beach umbrellas, rented from the nearby beach kiosk. Agathering place for gay and lesbian visitors to the beach is located on its farend.
CupecoyBeach can have small gentle waves or rough surf, so if the conditions areright, bring a surfboard and ride the waves. Bring your own gear or rentequipment from one of the many nearby rental shops. Dusk is a popular time onCupecoy because of the area’s spectacular sunset views. Join the photographerswho line the cliff tops and shore’s edge, snapping photos and enjoying thesunset.
CupecoyBeach is located on the St. Maarten side of the island, just south of theborder. Find the steps leading to the beach in front of the lively Blue Mallshopping centre. Catch a taxi to Blue Mall or bring your own car and park inthe shopping centre’s spacious car park for a small price.
