Orchard Beach
A public beach of fine white sand near Hopewell, named for a shipwreck visible in the shallows. A reef about 400 m offshore shelters a seagrass lagoon. NEPA describes the sea as generally calm, and visitors call it a quiet, unmonitored spot.
Getting there
Easy. Off the North Coast Highway between Hopewell and Sandy Bay, with room for several cars. Free and no set hours, per NEPA. No lifeguard and no public toilets, though a small shop and bar sits to the west. Do not swim out to the wreck without local advice.
📍 Reggae Beard was here
Before you go
- Place type
- Beach
- Access
- Easy access
- Guide
- Not mentioned in our notes
- Entry cost
- Reported free. Tips or parking may apply.
- What to bring
- Sun protection, water and a little cash
- Safety
- Check the sea conditions and whether a lifeguard is on duty before you swim.
Details last reviewed November 2026. Conditions can change, especially after storms.
Nearby on the map
- Lethe Bamboo Rafting Village (river / spring in Hanover / St. James) about 9 km away in a straight line
- Rocklands Bird Sanctuary (garden in St. James) about 10 km away in a straight line
- The Pork Pit (food in St. James) about 11 km away in a straight line
- Harmony Beach Park (beach in St. James) about 11 km away in a straight line
- A Vegan's Utopia, Montego Bay (food in St. James) about 12 km away in a straight line
More spots in Hanover
- Fort Charlotte (culture & views)
- Kappa Falls Bar & Grill (waterfall)
- Discovery Falls (waterfall)
- Half Moon Beach (beach)
More in Hanover. See all beaches in Jamaica.