Jamaica Beach Guide

Copacabana Beach

Location

17°56'32.91"N 76°41'35.17"W

Copacabana Beach is public bathing beach located in Copacabana, St. Andrew. The beach is situated approximately 4.2 km from the town of Harbour View and 11km from the Norman Manley International Airport.

Description & Environmental Features

The beach is characterised by fine to medium grained black sand. There are also pebbles located towards the foreshore of the beach. The beach stretches approximately 300 metres in length with an average width of 25 metres. The backshore is sparsely vegetated with Acacia spp. and coastal grasses. There is a river located west of the property. The only existing buildings located on the beach are the private homes that border the beach. The beach slopes steeply and shows evidence of moderate to severe erosion..

Accessibility and Parking

The beach can be accessed via the A4 main road, by turning into the neighbourhood of Copacabana and following Seashore Drive. There is no designated parking area; however, limited roadside parking is available for a few vehicles.

Amenities

The beach is in its natural state. Other than a gazebo, few benches and chairs, there is no additional infrastructure available.

Things to do

The beach can be used as a rest stop. Nearby attractions include Holywell Park, the iconic Bob Marley Museum, Devon House, Hope Botanical Gardens, and the vibrant Blue & John Crow Mountains National Park.

Beach Licence

No

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