Smith Barcadere (Smith Cove)
Smith Barcadere
A small bay south of George Town, ringed by reef and calm with clear water, popular for shore snorkeling and wedding photos.
Smith Barcadere is a small sandy cove enclosed by ironshore reef. The beach is not large, but the water is a brilliant turquoise. You can enter the water straight from shore to snorkel, and close to the beach you may see parrotfish, blue tangs, coral, and the occasional sea turtle. Trees provide shade, and picnic tables are scattered around. On weekends, local families come to picnic here, and it is also a popular spot for wedding photography. Entry is free, but there are no lifeguards or rental facilities, so bring your own snorkeling gear and watch your footing on the slippery rocks at the entry point.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Cayman Islands National Museum
- George Town Waterfront
- National Gallery of the Cayman Islands
- Camana Bay
- Seven Mile Beach
- Spotts Beach
- USS Kittiwake Wreck
- Pedro St. James Castle