Pagee Beach (Frontier Beach)
A long, quiet public beach of light sand in the middle of Port Maria, with fishing boats, a view of Cabarita Island and a small fish restaurant where you pick your fish. Entry is free.
Getting there
Easy. Right on the main road in front of the Port Maria courthouse. Visitors report strong currents, so swim only if you are confident. No lifeguard on duty.
Before you go
- Place type
- Beach
- Access
- Easy access
- Guide
- Not mentioned in our notes
- Entry cost
- Not confirmed. Fees change, so check locally.
- What to bring
- Sun protection, water and a little cash
- Safety
- Strong currents are reported and there is no lifeguard. Swim only where locals do, and take care.
Details last reviewed November 2026. Conditions can change, especially after storms.
Nearby on the map
- Assaney Foods and Jerk Hut (food in St. Mary) about 1 km away in a straight line
- Fort Haldane (culture & views in St. Mary) about 1 km away in a straight line
- Galina Point Lighthouse (culture & views in St. Mary) about 4 km away in a straight line
- Tacky Falls (waterfall in St. Mary) about 5 km away in a straight line
- Kwame Falls (waterfall in St. Mary) about 6 km away in a straight line
More spots in St. Mary
- Tommy's Jerk Center (food)
- Blessings at Strawberry Fields (stay)
- Castleton Botanical Gardens (garden)
- Old Spanish Bridge (river / spring)
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