Jamaica Beach Guide

Watson Taylor Park Beach

Location

18°27'11.96"N 78°10'16.67"W
Watson Taylor Park is a public bathing beach located in the town of Lucea, Hanover, just 1.2 km from the town square.

Description & Environmental Features

The beach is located in bay and is comprised of light brown fine grain sand extending approximately 73 metres in length. There are two bluffs along the eastern and western end of the beach, the eastern bluff being the most extensive. Some sections of the nearshore are rocky (old reef formations), there are also some that protrude along the sandy areas of the beach near the high-water mark. The beach has several large trees on the property as well as coastal grasses. Trees include West Indian almond (Terminalia catappa), Seaside mahoe (Thespesia populnea) and an extensive mangrove forest. Seagrass beds are located directly within the swim area.

Accessibility and Parking

The beach is accessed via a parochial marl road exiting directly from Lucea main road. There is no designated parking, however the area is able accommodate a few vehicles.

Amenities

There are benches that provide minimal seating. No changing rooms, rest rooms and food services are available on the property.

Things to do

The area is fit recreational activities outside of swimming and wading. Patrons can explore nearby restaurants and accommodations including Wild Tamarind Villa, Villa Caribe, Blue Mahoe Restaurant and Bar, Xaymaca Restaurant.

Beach Licences

No

Location Map

   Fees & Hours
Entrance Fee None
Opening Hours Non–restrictive

   Safety
Sea conditions Generally calm
Lifeguard Service No lifeguard on duty
Amenities & Access

The beach is accessed via a parochial marl road exiting directly from Lucea main road.

No designated parking area
Contact
Owned by Hanover Municipal Corporation
Telephone (876) 956-2305
Email hanoverpc@ mlge.gov.jm