When we 1st visited the island we were told by a travel agent that all beaches were open to the public, that no one could stop you. I never saw anything in writing; however, we were never forbidden entry to any beach. First visit to Dawn we placed our towels off to the side of chairs. Ate at the rib hut there. Back then (1980) it was the most beautiful place with lots of colorful fish swimming at our legs. Then the Westin moved in. Now very little if any parking, ruined beach and harassment tom the hotel. No more beauty.