Seven Mile Beach, Beachfront in western Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Seven Mile Beach is a coastal stretch of roughly 8.8 kilometers (5.5 miles) on the western shore of Grand Cayman, known for fine white coral sand and calm turquoise waves. The gently sloping shoreline extends through several coves, with palms and casuarina trees providing natural shade along the beachfront.
Until the 1960s, this coastal stretch remained mostly uninhabited and was used only by scattered fishing families who built small huts near the shore. The construction of the first hotels in the late 1970s transformed the bay into an international destination within less than a decade.
The name comes not from the actual length but from an old nautical estimate made by fishermen who sailed along this coast. Local families often gather here on weekends to barbecue together and play cricket near the shore, while children wade in the shallow water.
The beach faces west, making it especially well suited for sunset views, while morning hours are often less crowded and offer more quiet. Public access paths are located at regular intervals along the coastal road, so you can reach any section even without staying at a resort.
The water stays between 26 and 27 degrees Celsius (78 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit) throughout the year, with almost no seasonal change. This steady temperature comes from shallow lagoons that warm in the sun and receive little influence from cooler deep currents.
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