Our little beach is easy to find and perfect for sunbathing, an afternoon swim, exploring, or, on a calm day, a bit of snorkeling. It takes less than three minutes to walk to Sea Glass Beach. It is not a white sandy beach dotted with palm trees, but we love it just the same.
As you exit the house, turn left on Calle Baldorioty de Castro.
At the first corner, turn left and walk two blocks. You will arrive in front of a little plaza on the corner over looking the ocean.
Turn left again and follow the road (which turns into a narrow driveway) down the hill to the water. Be careful as it can be slippery when wet!
The beach can be sandy or rocky, with a gradual slope or a sudden drop-off. It all depends on the waves' direction and the wind. We usually hang our stuff in the tree by the creek and swim to the left when facing the water.
For a bit of variety, you can walk about 100 feet down the beach, where you will often find a break in the limestone ledge. The bottom is a bit rocky, but once you head a bit offshore, it's a great place to swim.
For calm water snorkeling, swim out past the rocks on the right side of the beach and swim toward the barge. You will find lots of interesting things to see, but in no way does this area compare to some of the better snorkeling spots on the island. Don't get too close; the barge has been rusting away for years, and hazards abound.
If you are into more deserted beaches and enjoy a bit of adventure, head west toward the end of the beach and the first outcrop you see. You can walk almost three-quarters of a mile down the beach, but you should wear sturdy shoes as some rock walking and a rock scramble or two will be necessary. The distant beaches that you can see are lovely and usually deserted, but getting there takes a good grip and a little bravery, especially when the tide is high and the waves are crashing. Please be careful and don’t slip or fall on the rocks. Plan your walk at low tide, too!
About the glass… red glass is almost impossible to find, and blue glass is a close second. Most of the beach glass is green, white, and brown. If you find a jagged piece of glass on the beach, like a broken bottle, please take it home and put it in the trash. If you find a piece of glass that isn’t quite ready, just toss it back into the ocean. There are trash cans at the top of the hill on the right-hand side of the street when you leave that you can use for any trash that you find on the beach.
Over the years, sea glass has become increasingly scarce. Look for it around the pebbles at the far end of the beach, or just be surprised when you find it!
Have fun, be safe, and remember to leave your valuables at home!