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Gold Rock Beach

Lucayan National Park, Grand Bahama Island
5.0 of 5 stars 56 Reviews
Type: Beaches
Activities: Swimming, Snorkeling
Traveler Description: Gold Rock Beach at Lucayan National Park is one of the most beautiful beaches on Grand Bahama.  Located about 45 minutes from Lucaya and 1 hour from... more »
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Vancouver, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Pristine beauty and Ben's Cave is an extra! Park with confidence as there is an attendent while exploring one of the world's top four beaches. More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Don't miss this! Beaches for miles. White powdery sands! Beatiful like a postcard. More

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Wayne, Pennsylvania, United States
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

We took a tour to Ben's Cave which is located in Grand Lucayan National Park ($10 entrance fee). The caves were nice and interesting BUT...when you walk across the street, through the mangroves, you will find a spectacular beach. You must go at low tide or you won't see all the prestine beach. White sand with small ripples line the... More

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Leiria, Portugal
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

We went to Gold Rock Beach in a shore excursion and this beach was the highlight of our Bahamas cruise, we loved it! We went on high tide (the best picture of this beach is on low tide) but it was lovely anyway. Don't miss it if you are in Grand Bahama! More

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Freeport
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6 reviews 6 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

Nice beach is very nice beach a must see is worth the drive More

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Fort Collins, Colorado
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012
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We've been here several times on previous trips. This is one of my favorite places on earth. The beach is just amazing. Be sure to visit on low tide. We snorkeled to the rock and there is a great reef that is around the island. Saw a lot of fish. We will return every time we go to the island.... More

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Freeport
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012
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Go there when it's low tide. Your jaw will drop once you see the rippled sand. The short walk towards the beach through park is entertaining and educational. No restaurants or amenities, so bring your own food and drinks but make sure to take your trash with you when you leave. 45-60 min drive from the port. More

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Orlando, Florida
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012
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First off, I'm from Florida. We have white sandy beaches here. I've seen the best in the sunshine state and I must say that Gold Rock Beach on Grand Bahama Island is the prettiest beach I have ever been to. The different shades of blue in the water are inspiring. The white sand is soft and fine. There were a... More

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Connecticut
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

Outstandingly beautiful beach! It's a long ride, and check out the caves across the street, they are better than expected. If you have time head the rest of the way to bahama johns for a late lunch. More

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Louisville, Kentucky
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012
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If you go to the Bahamas, you should not miss Gold Rock Beach. It is a remote isolated beach that is well worth the drive and the walk it requires to get there. This beach is located in the Lucayan National Park. It's a short hike from the parking lot - you must walk about 500 yards through a mangrove... More

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