Lime Cay
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Lime Cay is the main islet off the shore of Port Royal Cays, Jamaica. It is located in the northeast region of the reef.
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Jamaica, Caribbean |
| Coordinates | 17°55′06.36″N 76°49′11.96″W |
| Archipelago | Port Royal Cays |
| Total islands | 8 |
| Major islands | Lime Cay, Maiden Cay |
| Area | 0.03 km2 (0.012 sq mi) |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Kingston |
| Neighborhood | Port Royal |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 (January, 2024) |
Geography
Located 15 - 30 minutes by boat from Port Royal.[1] It has a small beach which makes it a popular location for recreation and sunbathing.[2] It is a regular hotspot for post-party-goers, and during holiday season (Summer and Christmas) weekends the island is often swarmed with boats, music and socialites.[3][4][5] Lime Cay measures 380 meters northwest-southeast, and is up to 80 meters wide, measuring 2 ha in area.[6] About half of the area is wooded, the rest is sand and coral. It has no infrastructure except for a small open building used as a gazebo. The building is located at 17°55′06.36″N 76°49′11.96″W.
