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Beach · Somerset Village, Sandys
Somerset Long Bay
The largest beach in western Bermuda, on the north coast of Somerset Island, with shallow calm water and a nature reserve alongside.
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About Somerset Long Bay
Somerset Long Bay is the largest public beach in western Bermuda, a stretch of sand on the northwest coast of Somerset Island, facing the open sea and protected by reefs. The water is usually shallow and calm, which makes it popular with families with children.
Behind the beach there is a park with lawns, trees and a picnic area. Beside it, a nature reserve with a pond and coastal vegetation hosts resident and migratory birds and is cared for by Bermuda’s bird protection society.
Because it is far from the large beaches on the South Shore, Somerset Long Bay tends to have fewer visitors and is mainly used by residents of the west of the island. At dusk, the west-facing shore receives the sunset.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
Half a day.
Best time
May to October for swimming; at dusk, for the sunset.
How to get there
It’s on Cambridge Road, in Sandys. Buses between Hamilton and the Dockyard stop nearby; you can also reach it by taxi or scooter.
Tip
Walk to the nature reserve beside the beach to see the birds around the pond.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Somerset Long Bay
Is Somerset Long Bay good for children?
Yes. The water is usually shallow and calm, and there is a lawn and picnic area behind the sand.
Does Somerset Long Bay get crowded?
Generally less than the South Shore beaches; it’s mainly frequented by residents of the west.
How do you get to Somerset Long Bay?
By bus between Hamilton and the Dockyard, which stops nearby, or by taxi and scooter.