Roaring River
in Ocho Rios of Parish of Saint Ann, Jamaica

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
18.400 and -77.150 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 18° 23' 59" and W -77° 9' 0"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - JMD
Spoken languages:
English
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 06:32 PM (Friday)
Timezone: America/Jamaica
UTC/GMT offset: -5 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:19 am and 5:30 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-10.457 and 105.705 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Waterfall
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for Jamaica in Caribbean

Safety Score: 3,8 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning please reconsider your need to travel to Jamaica.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Jamaica. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Discover Roaring River

Roaring River in Ocho Rios (Parish of Saint Ann) is a place in Jamaica about 36 mi (or 59 km) north-west of Kingston, the country's capital city.

Current time in Roaring River is now 06:32 PM (Friday). The local timezone is named America / Jamaica with an UTC offset of -5 hours. We know of 8 airports near Roaring River, of which one is a larger airport. The closest airport in Jamaica is Boscobel Aerodrome in a distance of 12 mi (or 19 km), East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There is one Unesco world heritage site nearby. The closest heritage site is Desembarco del Granma National Park in Cuba at a distance of 115 mi (or 184 km). If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Saint Ann's Bay, Port Maria, Mocho, Rock Spring and May Pen. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 27°C / 81 °F

Morning Temperature 23°C / 74 °F
Evening Temperature 26°C / 79 °F
Night Temperature 25°C / 77 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 69%
Air Pressure 1013 hPa
Wind Speed Light breeze with 5 km/h (3 mph) from South
Cloud Conditions Scattered clouds, covering 47% of sky
General Conditions Scattered clouds

Friday, 22nd of November 2024

27°C (80 °F)
25°C (78 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, overcast clouds.

Saturday, 23rd of November 2024

26°C (78 °F)
25°C (77 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Sunday, 24th of November 2024

26°C (79 °F)
26°C (78 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Moon Palace Jamaica - All Inclusive

Address
3,0 mi
Main Street
Ocho Rios
Jamaica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Jewel Dunn*s River Resort - Spa Ocho Rios Curio

Address
3,5 mi
Mammee Bay
x Ocho Rios
Jamaica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hermosa Cove Villa Resort and Suites

Address
3,8 mi
Hermosa Street, Pineapple
Ocho Rios
Jamaica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Fisherman''s Point Resort

Address
2,7 mi
Turtle Beach Road
9999 Ocho Rios
Jamaica

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


VILLAGE HOTEL

Address
3,1 mi
54 MAIN ST ST
Ocho Rios
Jamaica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Mystic Ridge Jamaica

Address
2,8 mi
17 Da Costa Drive
Ocho Rios
Jamaica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Executive Mammee Bay Hotel

Address
3,5 mi
87A and 87B Mammee Bay Blvd
Ocho Rios
Jamaica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hibiscus Lodge

Address
3,4 mi
83-85 Main Street
Ocho Rios
Jamaica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Shaw Park Beach Hotel All Inclusive

Address
3,0 mi
Cutlass Bay
Jamaika
Jamaica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Marine View Hotel

Address
3,2 mi
James Street,Ocho Rios 21
Ocho Rios
Jamaica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Dunn's River Falls - Ocho Rios - Jamaica

Published: December 05, 2013
Length: 26:47 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Bruce Burns

I filmed my family as they made their way up Dunn's River Falls while we were on a Royal Caribbean cruise excursion.


Zip-Lining at Mystic Mountain in Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Published: January 15, 2014
Length: 56:06 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: DjSugarDaddy

Zip-Lining through the rainforest in Jamaica at Mystic Mountain in Ocho Rios with a GoPro. Watch my other videos of Dunn's River Falls and Dolphin Cove. Videos and Photos @DjSugarDaddy306.


Ocho Rios - Climbing Dunn's River Falls

Published: February 03, 2011
Length: 22:45 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Robert Rohatensky

Cool Runnings catamaran tour to Dunn's River Falls in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Part two climbing the falls. Shot with a JVC waterproof HD cam.


Swim with at Dolphins at Dolphin Cove in Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Published: January 14, 2014
Length: 05:45 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: DjSugarDaddy

Watch my other videos of the Jamaican Bobsled Ride at Mystic Mountain and more, this is One of Jamaica's #1 Attractions. Dolphin Cove in Ocho Rios and also in Montego Bay and Negril. Dolphins,...


Dolphin Cove, Ocho Rios Jamaica Attraction

Published: April 07, 2010
Length: 32:41 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: JCVdude

This attraction started as a dream and now it fulfills dreams. More about FDR Resorts: http://fdrholidays.com More about Dolphin Cove: http://www.dolphincovejamaica.com.


Dolphin Cove The Ultimate Swim Experience * Ocho Rios * #JustPackYourBag

Published: May 31, 2013
Length: 45:23 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: YourDoor2TheWorldTvl

We had such a great time experiencing "THE ULTIMATE SWIM" with TWO Dolphins at Dolphin Cove in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. This is "Jamaica's #1 Attraction".. So you have to book it... Go to www.yourdoor...


Dolphin Cove, Saint Ann's Bay, Ocho Rios, Middlesex, North Coast, Jamaica, North America

Published: July 27, 2011
Length: 53:21 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Pietro Pecco

Dolphin Cove Jamaica is a marine attraction in Jamaica at which guests swim with dolphins, sharks, and stingrays in their natural sea water environment. Visitors may also interact with other...


Villa Rio Chico, Ocho Rios

Published: June 19, 2010
Length: 17:17 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: IslandStylee

A vacation get a way built for royalty!


Dunn's River Falls, Ocho Rios, Saint Ann Parish, Jamaica, North America

Published: July 27, 2011
Length: 12:35 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Pietro Pecco

Dunn's River Falls is a famous waterfall near Ocho Rios, Jamaica and a major Caribbean tourist attraction that receives thousands of visitors each year. At about 180 feet (55 m) high and 600...


Downhill Skateboarding in Jamaica 2011 Part 2: Longboarding Truck Road (Chalky Hill)

Published: April 06, 2011
Length: 11:19 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Heavy In The Streets

This is a 10 min run if your all the way down to the ocean. It is called Truck Road because trucks are not allowed on Fern Gully, so truck drivers use it to get across the country from Kingston....


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Ocho Rios

Ocho Rios (Spanish for "Eight Rivers") is a town in the parish of Saint Ann on the north coast of Jamaica. Although he landed in many spots along the Jamaican coast, many believe that Christopher Columbus first set foot on land in Ocho Rios. Just outside the city, travelers and residents can visit Columbus Park, where Columbus supposedly first came on land, and see maritime artifacts and Spanish colonial buildings. It was once a fishing village but now caters to tourists.

Located at 18.4167, -77.1167 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated coastal places in Jamaica, Saint Ann Parish

Big Woods, Westmoreland, Jamaica

Big Woods is a settlement in Jamaica.

Located at 18.403, -77.11 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Jamaica

New Roads, Saint Elizabeth, Jamaica

New Roads is a settlement in Jamaica.

Located at 18.404, -77.114 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Jamaica

Battle of Ocho Rios (1657)

The Battle of Ocho Rios was a military action which took place on the island of Jamaica on 30 October 1657 where a Spanish force under Cristóbal Arnaldo Isasi hoping to take back the island was defeated by the English occupying force under the Governor Edward D'Oyley. The English had occupied Jamaica in 1655 but had been reduced significantly by disease in the aftermath.

Located at 18.4079, -77.1086 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Conflicts in 1657, Battles involving England, Battles involving Spain, 1657 in England, 1657 in Spain, Battles in Jamaica, 1657 in Jamaica

Dolphin Cove Jamaica

Dolphin Cove Jamaica is a marine attraction in Jamaica at which guests swim with dolphins, sharks, and stingrays in their natural sea water environment. Visitors may also interact with other species including iguanas, snakes and a variety of birds. The company operates three facilities on the island: Ocho Rios, Montego Bay, and Lucea, which is claimed to be the largest natural dolphin lagoon in the world.

Located at 18.4171, -77.1304 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Visitor attractions in Jamaica

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