hidden cove

Concealed coastal nook

A hidden cove is a small, sheltered bay that's difficult to see or access from the main coastline—tucked behind rock formations, screened by cliffs, or obscured by vegetation.

The phrase evokes secrecy and discovery: We found a hidden cove where no one else was swimming.

Hidden coves figure prominently in pirate lore and romantic beach fantasies.

Related

secludedSet apart, private
secret spotConcealed personal location
inletWater extending into land
bayPartially enclosed water
shelteredKept safe from harm

private beach · rocky · rocky outcrop · shoreline · tidal pool · smugglers · secret · beach · turquoise · crystal clear · calm waters · anchored · cliff · sea cave · lagoon · pirates · sanctuary · safe harbor

Categories

island vacationbeach, jungle, boat, seaplane, volcano
secluded beachlagoon, rocky shore, sandy shore, dunes, sand dunes
coastal inletsbay, inlet, lagoon, fjord, estuary
secluded beachessecluded beach
cove types
coastal featuresshore, coast, beach, bay, cliff

Opposites

visibility and openness

hidden covepublic beach

Unrestricted coastal recreation area

open water · open sea

scale and prominence

hidden coveshipping port

Harbor for cargo vessels

shipping lane · main channel · public dock · cruise terminal

Family

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Familiarity: Top 500,000
Profile: Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G