Black Bay Beach
A volcanic black sand beach on the west coast, reached down a track from the road.
Updated 3 September 2026
Black Bay is a short stretch of dark volcanic sand on Grenada's west coast south of Gouyave, reached down a track that leaves the main road with no sign on it, which is why it stays quiet when the west coast beaches nearer town do not. The sand is genuinely black, the water is calm on this leeward side, and there is nothing there at all beyond the beach itself.
What you'll find
- The black sand - volcanic material rather than the coral sand of the south.
- The calm water - leeward conditions on Grenada's west side.
- The emptiness - a beach with nothing built on or near it.
- The unmarked track - the reason it stays quiet.
When to go
December to May is the dry season. The track is difficult after heavy rain. Weekends bring a few local visitors.
Practical notes
There are no facilities of any kind and no shade to speak of. The track down is unmarked and rough. Black sand gets extremely hot in the middle of the day.
Nearby
Gouyave is north, and Concord Falls is south.
What to pack for Black Bay Beach
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- Reef-safe sunscreen - High SPF that will not bleach the coral you are swimming over. Find on Amazon
- Quick-dry towel - A microfibre towel packs small and dries in minutes. Find on Amazon
- Water shoes - Protect your feet on rocky entries, hot sand and sea-urchin spines. Find on Amazon
- Dry bag - Keeps phone, cash and keys safe while you are in the water. Find on Amazon
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