Old crane at Platico Point Beach, Middle Caicos.
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Platico Point

Middle Caicos
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This small and secluded beach is a nice stop on Middle Caicos. Some may find the abandoned and decaying equipment interesting. When the ocean is calm, the water off the beach can be a breathtaking turquoise.
3-star rating for Platico Point by Visit Turks and Caicos Islands
Platico Point Beach, Middle Caicos.

This small stretch of coastline is found between the settlements of Conch Bar and Bambarra on Middle Caicos. The low marine limestone cliff coastline of Nongatown Landing continues from the east side of this beach.

A quiet and nice, albeit small, beach is located at the point. The Conch Bar coastal road leads to Platico Point and is well worth the drive.

Beachcombing

See Also Beachcombing and Seashells

The coasts in the Platico Point area of Middle Caicos can be quite good for shell beachcombing. Due to the adjacent barrier reef and typical ocean swell, cowries, tritons, and conchs can often be found here.

Warnings & Regulations
Coral Sumac Trees
Coral sumac trees are found here. They are highly toxic and can cause a severe, painful rash. Do not touch the tree or leaves.
Do Not Climb
The abandoned cargo port is rusted and very decayed. Climbing can cause serious injury and infection.
No Lifeguard
There are no lifeguards present in this area. Swim at your own risk and know your own limits.
No Littering
It is illegal to litter or dump waste. This includes cigarette butts, bottles, cans, and plastic. Take trash with you.

The Abandoned Cargo Port

The barge wreck at Platico Point.

The rusted and heavily decayed remains of a crane, barge, tanks, and containers can be seen at Platico Point. This equipment was part of a failed cargo port project.

This collapsing equipment can be dangerous and should be avoided.

Origin of the Name

The name Platico Point is believed to have Spanish origins. Platico translates to ‘I chat/speak’ in Spanish (from the infinitive verb platicar), but also exists as the diminutive form (to denote smallness) in Cuban Spanish for ‘plate’. Certain diminutive word endings in Cuban Spanish use -ico/-ica instead of -ito/-ita in Castilian Spanish (in this case, platico instead of platito).

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