The Cove on South Caicos
The Cove Beach is located on the sheltered Bell Sound Lagoon on South Caicos.
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Cove Beach

South Caicos
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The crystal-clear water at the Cove Beach.

The Cove Beach is located north of Bell Sound on the western side of the north South Caicos peninsula. The Cove Restaurant + Beach Bar is also located here, which offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual beach setting.

This beach is part of the greater Bell Sound National Park area of South Caicos. As such, fishing is prohibited both from the beach and within the sound.

This is usually the preferred beach for guests of the nearby beach resort, as the eastern Long Beach can be a bit choppy at times. Due to the Cove Beach’s sheltered location, it’s usually quite calm. To the northeast is a non-contiguous portion of the beach that is also rather nice.

Location

This beach is located west of Sailrock Resort on the northeastern part of Bell Sound. It’s a short walk from the resort (0.3 miles, or 0.5 km), and there are complimentary shuttles back and forth for guests.

To the north of the beach is the small islet of Iguana Cay (not to be confused with Little Water Cay (Iguana Island) near Providenciales).

Due to the location of this beach, there is generally no seaweed or flotsam present, and it’s frequently raked and cleaned for guests.

Warnings & Regulations
No Fishing
It is illegal to fish and collect conch and lobster in a National Park. Violators will face large fines and jail time.
Do Not Feed Iguanas
It is illegal to feed the rock iguanas. Iguanas have been killed by eating food from tourists. Violators will face large fines and jail time.
Do Not Take Artifacts
Removing or damaging historical artifacts is illegal. Violators will face large fines and jail time.
Do Not Take Shells or Coral
It is illegal to remove shells, corals, plants, animals, and sand from a National Park without government permission.
Do Not Touch Fish or Coral
Keep well away from all marine life. Certain fish and animal species are venomous, and touching them may result in serious injury.
No Lifeguard
There are no lifeguards present in this area. Swim at your own risk and know your own limits.

Getting Here

To get to the Cove Beach, simply follow the road to Sailrock Resort and Plandon Cay Cut Beach. It’s the left turn right before Sailrock Resort (150 feet before, or 50 meters), and it’s a short 500-foot (150 m) drive down the access road.

Activities

See Also South Caicos Water Sports
Secluded beach on South Caicos
The Cove is perfect for water sports such as Hobie Cat sailing, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

Sailrock provides complimentary access to Hobie Cats, kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling gear for guests and day-pass holders. Both touring and clear acrylic kayaks are provided, along with life jackets.

Staff from the beach bar will assist you in preparing the gear and advise on appropriate directions to go.

For those sailing the Hobie Cats, the water is shallow to the south (left if you are facing the water), although depth depends on the tide. You’ll notice this if you sail in this direction, as the rudders will begin to scrape the sand long before the hull. You’ll have plenty of time to change course.

Snorkeling

See Also Snorkeling

Although some fish and wetland sea creatures can be seen near Iguana Cay and in the mangroves to the east of the islet, unfortunately, there are not any good snorkeling reefs in this area.

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