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Jamaica Beach Guide
Flamingo Beach
Location
18°30'36.44"N 77°43'36.39"W
Flamingo beach is a public bathing beach located on the former main road approximately 1.2 km from the eastern most border of the parish.
Description & Environmental Features
The natural sediment of the beach is medium to coarse grains of light brown coloured sand, with a gentle consistent slope. Some sections of the nearshore are rocky (old reef formations), with stands of red mangroves (Rhizophora mangle) present. The beach is approximately 40 metres long with an average width of 6 metres. The backshore is sparsely vegetated with species of Seaside mahoe (Thespesia populnea) with the presence of an offshore coral reef and a large sea grass population in the nearshore.
Accessibility and Parking
The beach is accessed via the former main road. There is no designated parking, however there is space along the road to accommodate a few vehicles.
Amenities
The beach is currently in its natural state, and outside of a large garbage receptacle, there exists no infrastructure or food services to facilitate recreational use.
Things to do
The area can be used as a rest stop. Patrons may opt to visit nearby attractions such as the Flamingo Beach estates, Jamaica Swamp Safari, Glistening Waters, Joe Games Gallery and Blue Waters Beach Club.
Beach Licence
No
Location Map
| Entrance Fee | None | |
| Opening Hours | Non-restrictive |
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Sea conditions | The beach has suffered severe erosion damage with the passing of hurricanes as the width of the beach has been steadily reduced. |
| Lifeguard Service | No lifeguards on duty |
The Flamingo beach is located on the former main road approximately 1.2 km from the eastern most border of the parish.
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No designated parking area |
| Owned by | Subdivision |