Conch Bar Beach
Middle Caicos
Fronting the tiny village of Conch Bar, this beach is one of the few in the country that is located close to the subterranean underwater wall of the Caicos Islands plateau. About 2,000 feet (610 m) off the beach, the ocean depth drops abruptly from about 50 feet (15 m) down into the thousands. Due to this geology, Conch Bar Beach and the adjacent Mudjin Harbour Beach have more of a rugged appearance than other beaches in the country.
The attraction of Conch Bar Caves derives its name from this settlement.
The swimming and snorkeling at Conch Bar Beach depend highly on the surf conditions. When there’s a swell, neither is feasible. However, when conditions are calm, snorkeling is excellent. For current conditions, see Wind, Waves, Swell & Tide Forecast.
Big Hill, which is the small bluff on the coast to the west of the village, offers spectacular 360-degree views and is a great place to watch the surf.
Surfing and Paddleboarding
Due to the abrupt change in ocean depth, there’s typically a break found off the beach. Although usually too messy for surfing, this spot can be quite nice when the conditions are right.
The best surfing and stand-up paddling break is found off the large hill to the west of the settlement and about halfway between Mudjin Harbour and Conch Bar Beach.
Beach Access
It’s very easy to access Conch Bar Beach, as a small coastal road follows the ground above the beach. Simply stop at whatever spot appeals to you. The Benji Landing access is the easiest and most popular access to the beach.