The Hole
A sinkhole in a quiet residential street, straight down to the water.
The Hole is a natural limestone sinkhole on Sea Sage Hill Road in Long Bay Hills, about 50 feet across.
- From the villas
- A short drive within Long Bay Hills
- Getting there
- Paved; a small lot and roadside parking
- Best for
- A short stop near Long Bay
Checked and updated October 2026.
Finding it
From Leeward Highway, take Long Bay Highway for about 0.9 miles, turn right onto Sea Sage Hill Road and go about half a mile. The Hole is on the left, marked by a small sign on a telephone pole, with a little paved parking area and space along the road.
What you’re looking at
Rainwater, slightly acidic, slowly dissolved the soft limestone here until what was probably a cave lost its roof. The water at the bottom is brackish and rises and falls a little with the tide, which suggests an underground link to the sea.
Look, don’t climb
There are no paths and no railings, and the rock at the edge is weak. Don’t climb down: you may not be able to get back out.
Making it part of a day
Most visits take ten minutes. It pairs well with an afternoon at Long Bay, a few minutes away, or as a stop on the way across the island.
The Hole: common questions
Can you swim in The Hole?
No. Visit TCI warns against swimming or jumping in, because of submerged and falling rocks.
How deep is The Hole in Providenciales?
About 60 feet from the rim down to the water, with the water itself running roughly 25 feet deeper under the north side.
Is The Hole free to visit?
Yes. It’s free and always open, with no staff and no facilities.
Is The Hole safe for children?
Visit TCI doesn’t advise bringing small children. Older children should stay well back from the edge.
Nearby guides
- Beaches Long Bay Beach
- Beaches Grace Bay Beach
- Reef and water Bight Reef
- Everything The whole island guide
Facts checked against: Visit Turks and Caicos Islands · Atlas Obscura
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