Cooper Jack Bay Beach Providenciales

Calm water at Cooper Jack Beach on Providenciales — Sand, sea, and cliffs at Cooper Jack Bay Beach.

Cooper Jack Bay Beach is found off the central south coast of Providenciales in the Cooper Jack Bay region. This beach is about 1,000 feet (300 m) long and is surrounded by low coastal cliffs. At high tide, much of the beach is submerged.

Cooper Jack Bay is an interesting place to explore—yet from the perspective of a beach, it doesn’t offer anything over the other excellent Providenciales beaches. There’s no snorkeling here, yet the coast can be acceptable for swimming during calm conditions.

Interesting flotsam and beachcombing can be found hidden between the rocks at the high tide point. There’s driftwood, bottles, fishing floats, and more.

An impressive view over southern Providenciales can be had from the tops of the hills above the beach, where the elevation reaches about 100 feet (30 m). The tiny Cooper Jack Rock can also be seen close offshore.

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.

Risk of Falling

Beware of loose rocks, crevices, and other hazards in this area. Watch where you step and wear proper footwear.

Supervise Children

This area has hazards that can be dangerous for young children. Keep close watch over your children at all times.

Watch for Boats

Boat strikes kill. Observe swimming and boating zones. Always watch for boats, especially at sunset when there is less light.

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.

No Open Fires

No open fires on the beach are allowed. Fires are only permitted in a portable grill or stove. Take ashes with you.

No Rock Balancing

Leave stones in place. It is illegal to disturb a protected area. Moving rocks can compromise the local ecosystem.

Dangers

Due to the cliffs and uneven ground, care should be taken when visiting Cooper Jack Bay Beach with children. Likewise, the poisonous coral sumac (Metopium toxiferum) tree is also common to the area, and can cause skin rashes if touched.

The largest section of beach in the Cooper Jack Bay area is located near the inlet into South Side Marina. Be aware of vessel traffic when swimming in the area.

Caves and Sinkholes

Cave at Cooper Jack Beach in the Turks and Caicos — Sinkhole with a natural bridge at Cooper Jack Bay Beach. This has since been destroyed and filled in for a villa development.

The cliffs above Cooper Jack Bay Beach once were home to a number of interesting small caves and sinkholes, which were formed by the Karst process of dissolution.

These features included dozens of sinkholes, banana pit caves, and several natural rock arches, many of which displayed fascinating and intricate limestone stratification patterns.

A small nature park also existed at the site, with paths around some of the formations and stone carvings of animals and pirates.

Unfortunately, nearly all caves and features were destroyed and filled in 2022 for a luxury villa development.

Beach Access

The Main Access to Cooper Jack Bay Beach is found near the end of Seaview Drive off of Cooper Jack Bay Road. A footpath leads about 100 feet (30 m) through the vegetation to the top of the small sea cliff with the beach below. There are no stairs to the bottom of the cliffs, but it isn’t very difficult to climb down.

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