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Little Bay

The quieter neighbour of Camp Bay, cut into the western cliffs

A small bathing cove just south of Camp Bay, shielded by rock and reached along the same road. Snorkellers prefer it: the water is deep and clear straight off the terraces, and the crowd is a fraction of the main lido.

Type
Rocky cove
Length
80 m
Sand
Pebble and rock terraces
Water
Deep, clear, good for snorkelling
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GPS · 36.1195, -5.3536
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Where to park

Where to leave the car

Share the Camp Bay car park, two minutes' walk north.

When to arrive

Best time to visit

Weekday afternoons; sunset over the bay is the reason to stay late.

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How you get there

Getting there

Steps and ramps from the Camp Bay complex. Not fully step-free.

What you'll find

Services

  • Toilets
  • Showers
  • Café at Camp Bay
  • Lifeguard in summer

Local tips

What we wish we'd been told

  • 01Bring a mask — the rocky edges hold more fish than anywhere else on the Rock.
  • 02No sand, so a mat or a chair beats a towel here.
  • 03Combine with a walk up to the Alameda Gardens on the way back.

Around this beach

Towns within 15 km of Little Bay

Nearest villages on Gibraltar — sorted by distance. Ideal bases for staying close to the beach.

Asked by first-time visitors

Little Bay: the questions travellers actually ask

Every question people put to an AI assistant before a first visit, answered here in full — best time to go, itinerary, entry requirements, safety, transport and where to stay, plus the details guidebooks skip.

Practical questions about this beach

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What is Little Bay beach like?

The quieter neighbour of Camp Bay, cut into the western cliffs. A small bathing cove just south of Camp Bay, shielded by rock and reached along the same road. Snorkellers prefer it: the water is deep and clear straight off the terraces, and the crowd is a fraction of the main lido. It's a rocky cove in Gibraltar, Gibraltar: 80 m long, pebble and rock terraces, with water described as deep, clear, good for snorkelling.

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Where do I park at Little Bay?

Share the Camp Bay car park, two minutes' walk north.

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What's the best time to visit Little Bay?

Weekday afternoons; sunset over the bay is the reason to stay late.

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How do I get to Little Bay?

Steps and ramps from the Camp Bay complex. Not fully step-free.

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What facilities does Little Bay have?

On site: Toilets, Showers, Café at Camp Bay and Lifeguard in summer.

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What should I know before visiting Little Bay?

Bring a mask — the rocky edges hold more fish than anywhere else on the Rock. No sand, so a mat or a chair beats a towel here. Combine with a walk up to the Alameda Gardens on the way back.

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  • I have half a day in Little Bay. What is the most representative thing to do?

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

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Checked · 30 July 2026