Jamaica Beach Guide

Tryall Beach

Location

18°27'4.75"N      78° 4'20.40"W
Tryall Beach is a seaside park located to northeast of the town of Sandy Bay in the parish of Hanover. The beach is located directly off the North Coast Highway.

Description & Environmental Features

The natural sediment on the beach is predominantly light brown, medium grained sand. However, the beach has undergone severe erosion, with exposed rocks in some areas. Tryall Beach is small, with a length of just under 200 metres and width ranging between 3 and 4 metres. There are a few coconut trees (Cocos spp.) scattered throughout the property. Large seagrass beds are located within the nearshore area and extends seaward. A large expanse of coral reefs is also located offshore.

Accessibility and Parking

The beach is accessed directly off the North Coast Highway. There is no designated parking, however patrons may utilise the open space adjacent to the beach.

Amenities

Other than a few benches and chairs, there is no additional infrastructure available. There is a restaurant adjacent to the beach.

Things to do

The beach can be used as a rest stop. Nearby attractions include Barbican Estate and the Hanover Museum and the Tryall Golf Course.

Beach Licence

No

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