Gold Rock beach

Alright. This is probably the cleanest and most beautiful water I have ever experienced. The softness of the sand is mind-blowing. The overall landscape is a gem.

Lucayan National Park boasts the most stunning beach I have ever encountered. The variety and sizes of the shells were astonishing! This beach is quite secluded, with hardly any footprints besides our own. We rented a car to drive to the park, took the self-guided cave tour on the opposite side of the highway, and then headed down to the beach to spend part of our day. Truly worth the experience!

After exploring the Lucayan National Park, we stumbled upon this incredible beach. From the parking lot, you simply cross the road and follow an elevated wooden walkway to reach the ocean. This is hands down the best beach we've ever been to. The ocean is calm, and you can walk out several hundred yards on the gradually sloping, white sand beach. If you didn't bring an umbrella or drinks, there's a private vendor who rents umbrellas and lounge chairs and sells refreshments. We noticed a dirt road entrance just after the park entrance where you can park for free and walk to the walkway. We would opt for this if we visit again. However, be aware that there are no bathrooms on the beach, so you might want to pay at the park to use their facilities and park securely in their lot. We didn't venture further down the road, but we believe the beaches to the east would be equally fantastic if you can find a public entrance. I highly recommend renting a car to visit this amazing hidden gem. The beaches on the east end are far superior to those on the west end of the island.

Fantastic beach with a very friendly gentleman running a small stand offering drinks and various treats to enjoy while we waited for our guide, Charlie from Mama Gal.

Describing this place as beautiful is an understatement! The water is incredibly clear and pristine. I was thrilled that we decided to visit. Next time, I would love to rent a car and spend the entire day here. Fun fact: Johnny Depp filmed some scenes for Pirates of the Caribbean here. There's also a short boardwalk through the mangroves to reach the beach, which might be challenging for those who have difficulty walking. I struggled a bit myself due to recent ankle surgery. Additionally, a local man rents out chairs and umbrellas on the beach for those who prefer not to sit in the sand.