This wide white sand beach, close to a mile long, is back dropped by the dramatic green mountains of Dutch St. Maarten. There's plenty of room to toss a Frisbee or play some paddle ball. Its rolling waters are some of the best for snorkeling on St. Maarten. Coral reefs, burgeoning with exotic fish, are within an easy swim from shore.
If you just want to relax and work on your tan, it's easy to find a place for a little peace and quiet. Beach chairs and umbrellas are provided everywhere on the beach.
Located at the other end of the Dawn Beach used to be Mr. Busby's Bar and Grill. Sadly, this iconic beach bar and restaurant was destroyed in Hurricane Irma and could not be rebuilt.
Dawn Beach is also the location of a large Westin Resort, which is only partially open since Hurricane Irma. A date for a full reopening has not been announced.
