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Cockburn Town beach
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About
Cockburn Town beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 34th place out of 45 beaches in the Turks and Caicos Islands region The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Cockburn Town beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Governor's beach, which has a rating of 8.5.
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+26
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8.6
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Beach overall scores
Cockburn Town beach is located in Turks and Caicos Islands within Cockburn Town, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Grand Turk island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"If you're a fan of staring at waves crashing onto the shore, then this beach is for you. But if you're looking for some excitement or entertainment, you might want to keep on walking. Sure, the beach is pretty, but it's not exactly a hub of activity. So pack a good book and some sunscreen, and get ready for a relaxing day of doing absolutely nothing."
Jaxen Greyson.
"A beautiful beach awaits you on the Western shore, accessible to the public. Finding parking may be a challenge, but once you arrive, you'll be greeted by crystal-clear waters containing remnants of old coral formations and several coral nodes. While the reef is no longer alive, snorkelers can still enjoy spotting small fish and exploring areas with varying marine life. Don'..."
Trevor Granger
User reviews
"If you're a fan of staring at waves crashing onto the shore, then this beach is for you. But if you're looking for some excitement or entertainment, you might want to keep on walking. Sure, the beach is pretty, but it's not exactly a hub of activity. So pack a good book and some sunscreen, and get ready for a relaxing day of doing absolutely nothing."
Jaxen Greyson.
"A beautiful beach awaits you on the Western shore, accessible to the public. Finding parking may be a challenge, but once you arrive, you'll be greeted by crystal-clear waters containing remnants of old coral formations and several coral nodes. While the reef is no longer alive, snorkelers can still enjoy spotting small fish and exploring areas with varying marine life. Don'..."
Trevor Granger
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Good location! Lots of inspiring beaches nearby.
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)
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Cockburn Town 2.4 km
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Cockburn Town 1.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted
Cockburn Town 3.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Cockburn Town 2.5 km
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Cockburn Town 3.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted
Balfour Town 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted
Cockburn Harbour 5.4 km
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Cockburn Harbour 1.2 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Salty Dawg Grill• 3 min walk
- Cool Beans Cafe• 3 min walk
- Dees' Restaurant• 6 min walk
- Barbie's Bar & Resta...• 6 min walk
Attractions
- Salt Industry Memori...• 3 min walk
- Crofton Coverley Hou...• 4 min walk
- Grand Turk Masonic L...• 5 min walk
- Turks and Caicos Nat...• 5 min walk
Transport
- GDT• 2.7km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Cockburn Town beach?
The Cockburn Town beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Cockburn Town beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Cockburn Town beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Cockburn Town beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Cockburn Town beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Cockburn Town beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Cockburn Town beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Cockburn Town beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Cockburn Town beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Salty Dawg Grill is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Cockburn Town beach?
There are 6 places to stay in the Cockburn Town beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Cockburn Town beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Cockburn Town beach from parking?
The Cockburn Town beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Cockburn Town beach?
There are 4 attractions near Cockburn Town beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Salt Industry Memorial located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Cockburn Town beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Cockburn Town beach is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 25°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Cockburn Town beach (Turks and Caicos Islands) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Cockburn Town beach (Turks and Caicos Islands) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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