Gallows Bay in Christiansted — Key Beach Live Webcam

Caribbean Charm: Gallows Bay

Gallows Bay is a picturesque corner of the Caribbean where the history of the Danish West Indies meets modern seaside recreation. This webcam offers a panoramic view of Key Beach and the busy Christiansted harbor, letting you appreciate the scale of the marina and the beauty of the turquoise waters right now. Watching the life of the port in real time is a great way to plan a trip or simply enjoy the tropical scenery.

Historical Heritage: Fort Christiansværn

The lands around Christiansted have a rich colonial past. The town was founded by Frederik Moth, and colonization began around 1734. The main landmark on the shore is Fort Christiansværn. It was built on the site of the French Fort Saint-Jean, destroyed by a hurricane; construction began in 1738, and by 1744 the fort was only half finished. Today the Christiansted National Historic Site occupies 7 acres and includes 6 historic buildings, including the Steeple Building and the Scale House.

Christiansted Harbor: A Yachting Paradise

Christiansted Harbor is the heart of the city and a popular anchorage for yachters. The marina has about 50 free yacht moorings (mooring balls) for day use and overnight stays. Sailboats and motorboats swaying on the turquoise waters create that very Caribbean charm that attracts tourists. St. Croix also has Salt River Marina and Green Cay Marina, which accommodate yachts and superyachts.

Key Beach and the Area: Where to Stay

If you're planning a trip to St. Croix, accommodation near Key Beach is a great choice. The Caravelle Hotel St Croix is just 200 meters from the beach. An alternative is the Company House Hotel St Croix, located in the historic district near the beach. The walk from these hotels to the waterfront takes only a few minutes.

St. Croix Underwater World: Snorkeling and Diving

Key Beach is good for a beach vacation, but if your goal is the underwater world, it's worth knowing the best spots. Gallows Bay itself is a popular snorkeling spot, as well as the departure point for the QE IV ferry to St. Thomas. However, for the richest snorkeling, tourists are advised to go to Cane Bay, Pelican Cove or Tamarind Reef, where parrotfish can be found right off the shore.

How to Get to Gallows Bay

You can get to Christiansted via Henry E. Rohlsen International Airport on St. Croix. The town is also easy to reach by ferry from St. Thomas. The town is compact, so you can walk from Gallows Bay to the main attractions. The webcam will help you assess the situation in the harbor and the weather before heading out to the waterfront.

What's Visible on the Camera

The online camera is positioned to capture as much detail as possible. In the foreground is Key Beach with palm trees and the orange roofs of buildings. In the harbor there are numerous anchored sailboats and motorboats in the turquoise waters. US and US Virgin Islands flags fly from the flagpoles. A floating platform is located in the water, and in the top left corner of the frame you can see a decorative hotel logo with a crest. In the top right corner, an information widget displays current weather data: temperature, humidity, wind and cloud cover.