To the east, it is separated from Middle Caicos by Juniper Hole, a narrow passage that can accommodate only small boats.

North Caicos is 19 km (12 miles) from Providenciales, which offers daily ferry trips to the island.

It is also the district capital and the home of the island's various government offices, its utility companies and its high school.

There are a number of old plantation areas situated along the King's Road between Bottle Creek and the causeway to Middle Caicos.

Located between the protected snorkeling area of Three Mary Cays[3] and Horsestable Beach, Whitby is a small seaside village on North Caicos' Northern shore.