Mangrove Cay
- Location: Little Bahama Bank
- Lat / Lon: N 26° 54.738' / W 078° 37.572'
- Depth: 8'-10'
- Tide: 2.0'-2.5'
- Description:
Mangrove Cay is a non-descript lump of mangrove and rock at the midpoint of the Little Bahama Bank but it provides a convenient spot to rest for vessels making their way to and from Abaco.
The Cay is oriented north to south, but it is too small to provide any meaningful protection, so the anchorage is basically an open roadstead. It is possible to anchor anywhere around the island and it is not uncommon to find vessels on all sides in settled weather. Holding is good in sandy mud. There is a tiny patch of beach on the southeast side of the cay for those with pets.
Holding:
5.00
Good in sandy mud
Wind Protection:
2.50
Open and exposed, fair weather only
Current Flow:
4.00
Wake Protection:
2.00
Open and exposed, fair weather only
Scenic Beauty:
3.00
Ease of Shopping:
1.00
Shore Access:
4.00
Shore access is difficult
Pet Friendly:
4.00
Shore access is difficult
Cell Service:
1.00
No coverage
WiFi:
1.00