Muğla Province

Coastal Gems and Beaches

This collection spans the Muğla coastline, featuring the 18-kilometer sandy expanse of Patara Beach and the protected lagoon at Kumburnu. It highlights diverse coastal landscapes, from the secluded pebble shores of Kabak Valley to the unique organic sands of Cleopatra Beach on Sedir Island. The selection includes essential coastal infrastructure, such as lighthouses and service points, alongside beaches known for turtle nesting sites and ancient Lycian ruins.

Coastal Gems and Beaches — Map

A

Kumburnu Beach

Sandy peninsula in Ölüdeniz that separates the lagoon from the sea. It features shallow, calm waters and is part of a protected national park.

Rumpeltux / CC BY-SA 3.0

B

Kabak Beach

A secluded beach at the foot of Kabak Valley, accessible via a steep hiking trail or four-wheel-drive vehicles from Faralya.

C

Bodrum Public Beach

Central sandy beach offering views of Bodrum Castle and the surrounding marina area.

Marina Soler / CC-BY-SA

D

Cleopatra beach

Located on Sedir Island, this beach is known for its rare, protected sand and the nearby ruins of the ancient city of Cedrae.

Almir / CC-BY-SA

E

Patara Beach

An 18-kilometer sandy beach and protected breeding ground for Caretta caretta turtles, situated adjacent to the ancient Lycian city of Patara.

HALUK COMERTEL / CC BY 3.0

F

Ortakent Beach

This beach is popular especially with water sport enthusiasts. The water gets deep not far from the shore, watch out for your kids.

Tanya Dedyukhina / CC BY 3.0

G

Camel Beach

Sandy bay also known as Kargı Bay, featuring shallow water and camel rides along the shore.

H

Butterfly Valley Beach

This secluded beach is best to be accessed by boat from Fethiye. Abandoned, tranquil beach where you can truly enjoy the nature and the sea.

I

Akbük Public Beach

Coastal area in the Gulf of Gökova known for its clear water and surrounding pine forests.

J

Shell

24-hour gas station offering fuel, LPG, and payment by credit card.

K

Far

Coastal lighthouse situated near the entrance to the Gulf of Gökova.

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