St Ouen's Bay is the longest beach in Jersey, spanning nearly the full length of the island's wind-swept west coast with steady waves rolling in from the Atlantic Ocean. Locally referred to as "the five mile road" this excellent surfing beach is the venue for a number of international surfing competitions. Keen surfers should make a beeline but expect to jostle with the locals for the best breaks.
Open to a persistent wind St Ouen's provides the main beach break on the island and is great for surfing and kite flying. But be warned, the sea can be hazardous due to rip tides, undertows and strong currents so make sure you take notice of the flags and warning signs and don't swim in restricted areas. Lifeguards are on constant duty.
Surf boards and wetsuits can be hired at La Braye, the Watersplash and Sands. Tuition is also available, so beginners can learn in safety. After a hard day in the surf head for Big Vern's restaurant or to Splash Bar further along the beach for a beautiful sunset at the end of the day.
There is plenty of parking along the length of the beach and numerous places to buy refreshments. If the wind gets too strong, hunker down in the sand dunes or explore the nearby Les Mielles conservation area. To the south of the bay is La Rocco Tower which can be visited at low tide.
Surf boards and wetsuits can be hired at La Braye, the Watersplash and Sands. Tuition is also available, so beginners can learn in safety. After a hard day in the surf head for Big Vern's restaurant or to Splash Bar further along the beach for a beautiful sunset at the end of the day.
There is plenty of parking along the length of the beach and numerous places to buy refreshments. If the wind gets too strong, hunker down in the sand dunes or explore the nearby Les Mielles conservation area. To the south of the bay is La Rocco Tower which can be visited at low tide.
