Hidden gems in St. Mary
North-coast charm between Ocho Rios and Port Maria: garden falls, jerk spots, botanical gardens and quiet bays. We have mapped 8 places in St. Mary, Jamaica: 2 waterfalls, 1 river or spring, 1 stay, 1 beach, 1 garden, 2 food spots. Each one is tagged by how easy it is to reach, from easy access to hidden gems that need a guide.
Waterfalls
- Kwame Falls Hidden gem
A free, little-known river and waterfall near Robins Bay, named for Kwame, a warrior who fought alongside Tacky in 1760. It is reached by a… - Tacky Falls Hidden gem
A little-known waterfall in the hills of St. Mary, close to the Robins Bay and Free Hill area. Very little is published about it, which is…
Rivers & springs
- Old Spanish Bridge Hidden gem
A historic stone bridge over the White River, with shallow swimming and optional bridge jumping on guided trips.
Stays
- Blessings at Strawberry Fields Off the beaten path
Formerly Strawberry Fields Together. An 18-acre eco-resort and campground on one of the last undeveloped stretches of the north coast at…
Beaches
- East Beach Club Easy access
A small beach club at Boscobel, also listed as Marley's Place, with loungers, shade, a bar and a restaurant. Close to Ocho Rios but quieter.
Gardens
- Castleton Botanical Gardens Easy access
A botanical garden beside the Wag Water River in St. Mary, one of the island’s older public gardens, with large shade trees and plants from…
Food
- Tommy's Jerk Center Easy access
A local jerk spot at Salt Gut near Boscobel, serving jerk pork, chicken and fish, soup and curry goat. Inexpensive and popular with locals. - Assaney Foods and Jerk Hut Easy access
A local food and jerk spot on Stennett Street near Port Maria.