Kaputaş Beach

Kaputaş Beach is a small cove on the coastal road between Kalkan and Kaş, about 10 minutes from Kalkan. Cliffs frame its clear turquoise water, with a mix of sand and pebbles underfoot. Come for a swim, a look at the gorge from the roadside, or a beach break with a rented sunbed and umbrella. There are showers, toilets and a café area with snacks, including toast, burgers, ice cream and corn. A long flight of steps leads from the road down to the shore.

A cove beneath the coastal road

Kaputaş lies between Kalkan and Kaş, where a narrow gorge opens onto the Mediterranean. From the road above, the cove’s turquoise water and steep cliff sides are easy to take in before you head down to the shore.

The beach is small, with sand and pebbles. Its striking water colour is one reason to stop here, whether you plan to swim or simply look down from the road. The approach is not level: a long staircase connects the roadside with the beach, so allow for the climb back up.

Getting down to the beach

From Kalkan, the drive takes about 10 minutes. A dolmuş also serves the route, with buses between Kaş and Kalkan stopping at the beach. The staircase starts beside the coastal road, where parking is limited and can be difficult later in the morning or on busy days.

Facilities include toilets, changing rooms and showers, along with a café area selling snacks. Sunbeds and umbrellas can be rented. If you arrive when the beach is busy, ask about available sunbeds rather than taking one without checking.