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New Bight

Location: Cat Island, Bahamas
Lat / Lon: N 24° 17.347' / W 075° 25.685'
Depth: 6-7 Feet
Tide: 2.5'-3.75'
Description:
New Bight is the northern half of the bay and is the community that is closest to Mount Alvernia the highest point in the Bahamas and home of the iconic Hermitage Church.
The anchorage area is along the shoreline between the fish fry village and the government dock that is in front of the BTC cell tower. While it is possible to anchor anywhere along the shore of the Bight there are few public access points for those wishing to go ashore except in this area.
The road to Mount Alvernia is directly across the road from the government dock, as are the police station, the local government office and the BTC office.

4.25

(4)

4.25 out of 5 stars

Holding:

5.00

Good, Sand

Wind Protection:

3.25

NW-ESE

Current Flow:

4.75

Wake Protection:

4.00

Exposed SW-WNE

Scenic Beauty:

3.75

Ease of Shopping:

3.50

Shore Access:

4.75

Beach nearby

Pet Friendly:

4.75

Beach nearby

Cell Service:

4.75

Good Coverage

WiFi:

3.00

Review for New Bight

Reviewed by: Jeff Eschman, Scenic Route, on Apr 24, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

5

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

4

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

5

Scenic Beauty:

3

Ease of Shopping:

3

Shore Access:

5

Pet Friendly:

5

Cell Service:

5

WiFi:

5

The hike to the Hermitage/Mount Alveria is well worth it to see the monastery and the fantastic views of the island and the water. Be sure to stop by Olive's Bakery for fresh bread. Another favorite is Hidden Treasures along the New Bight Fish Fry. The menu features Bahamian dishes. Chef Trevor is amazing! We had the grilled lobster tail and jerk grouper. The mango daiquiris are fantastic as well! It is located in the bright yellow building just north of the sailing club. You can park there or take your dinghy right up to beach in front of their restaurant - very cruiser friendly. (Note: This is the same restaurant that was previously located NW of the New Bight Food Market. They moved to the fish fry location on April 10, 2024.). The location has limited seating so the owners recommend calling for a reservation so they will be sure to have a table available. (Phone #: 242-424-9237)

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Review for New Bight

Reviewed by: Tom Allison on Jan 22, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 45'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

4

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

3

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

3

Scenic Beauty:

5

Ease of Shopping:

3

Shore Access:

4

Pet Friendly:

5

Cell Service:

5

This anchorage is wide open and an easy approach. The bight is shallow so deep er draft vessels should anchor further offshore. Pay attention to your depth sounder when approaching. There are some small uncharted coral heads to watch out for. Holding is good in sand. Limited wind protection from the north and east. We rode out 20 knot winds from the NE. Going ashore is easy if you don't mind beaching your dinghy. There are a number of small places to get a bite to eat. Hiking to the Hermitage is worth the effort.

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Review for New Bight

Reviewed by: Galli Family, Sun Goddess, on Apr 26, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 50'
Draft: 5.0'

Overall Rating:

3

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

3

Current Flow:

4

Wake Protection:

4

Scenic Beauty:

2

Ease of Shopping:

3

Shore Access:

5

Pet Friendly:

4

Cell Service:

4

WiFi:

3

I had read so many good things about this anchorage. The beach was fine, but the restaurants along the shore were basically shacks. The "popular" one we went to had broken and ragged seating. Aside from the Hermitage, this anchorage was disappointing.

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Review for New Bight

Reviewed by: Jason Spitz, Breathe, on Apr 17, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Overall Rating:

5

Holding:

5

Wind Protection:

3

Current Flow:

5

Wake Protection:

4

Scenic Beauty:

5

Ease of Shopping:

5

Shore Access:

5

Pet Friendly:

5

Cell Service:

5

WiFi:

1

If you make only one stop in Cat Island, it should be here to visit the Hermitage. Unfortunately weather was not with us with winds clocking West, where little protection on Cat exists, so our visit to the island was short. This is a great anchorage overall with plenty of room for lots of boats. Beach your dinghy in any sandy area on the beach. In front of the police station works well.

The Hermitage is a short walk up the road. For photos see https://www.facebook.com/100063618668322/posts/388047469992539/

There are several restaurants/bars on the beach just to the North. The blue shack even has ice cream!

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