Anse aux Pins has been heavily impacted by human development in the area
since the 1970's. Most parts of this beach are narrow and coarse-grained.
Attempts were made in the 1970's to try protect the shoreline from
degredation. Seawalls and groynes were built but gradually after being
exposed to the forces of nature most of the structures are disintegrating.
There are isolated pockets where the erosion is more prominent but the
situation is being monitored closely by environmental groups.
Though not as popular as Anse Royale for picnics the beach is used heavily
by the local fishing community as a landing ground. During the southeast
moonson from May until October swimming outside the reefline can be
dangerous due to strong currents.