Experts' Choice Award Cooper's Island Nature Reserve
What the experts agree on
Cooper's Island is a pristine 12-acre nature reserve with unspoiled beaches, forest trails, and a Wildlife Observation Tower offering panoramic views. Home to herons, kingfishers, and ancient cedar trees, it rewards adventurous visitors willing to
“Bermudians were granted access to this 77-acre nature reserve made up of woodland, unspoiled beaches, salt marsh and rocky shores when the US Navy pulled out in 1995.”
– Lonely Planet
Fodor's "There are no amenities, it is worth the effort for the unspoiled views and virtually empty beaches. Walking trails around the nature reserve make this a good option for the adventurous beachgoer. " Full review
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Best for: snorkeling; swimming; walking.
Travel + Leisure "Home to seabirds such as herons and kingfishers, ancient Bermuda cedar trees, and giant land crabs. Don't miss the reserve's Wildlife Observation Tower for panoramic views"
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Travel + Leisure "This 12-acre spot is as pristine as it gets, home to both beach and forest, with access to several public beaches...visitors can also hike, swim, picnic, or watch for birds and other wildlife."
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July 14, 2021
Afar Magazine "Take a jaunt south after lunch to Cooper's Island Nature Reserve on Bermuda's southeastern tip to swim in gorgeous beaches like Clearwater Beach or Turtle Bay"
Lonely Planet "Venture to a strip of land near the airport to discover where locals flock on weekends for barbecues and picnics. The 12-acre Cooper's Island Nature Reserve is filled with forested..."
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Lonely Planet "Until 1995, Cooper's Island was a U.S. military base and then a NASA tracking station, but now this parkland is very much open to the public and ideal for a relaxed day of hiking,..."
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