About Crooked Island
Crooked Island offers quiet beaches, fishing and a warm welcome from residents proud of their heritage. Beside Acklins and the Crooked Island Passage, it is a place to slow down, enjoy Bahamian cooking and explore a landscape shaped by the sea.
What to Do
Explore
Birdlife, tidal creeks, white-sand beaches and historic ruins offer plenty to discover. Colonel Hill is the island’s main settlement. Visit the remains of French Well’s colonial fortifications, explore limestone caves, or head towards Landrail Point and Pittstown to experience the northern coast.
Historic Landmarks
Bird Rock Lighthouse, built in 1872, marks the northern approach to the Crooked Island Passage. Hope Great House and Marine Farm offer further glimpses of the island’s colonial past. Learn more about protected heritage sites through the Bahamas National Trust.
Diving & Snorkeling
The waters around Pittstown and Crooked Island offer coral reefs, clear water and dramatic drop-offs. Arrange an outing with a local operator to explore sites suited to your experience and the conditions.
Bonefishing
Shallow flats, creeks and tidal pools make Crooked Island appealing to bonefishers. A local guide can help you explore the fishing grounds and plan around the tides.
Where to Dine
Look for Bahamian dishes served for breakfast, lunch and dinner, from fresh seafood to cracked conch and guava duff. Ask your host or a local resident about restaurants and call ahead to arrange a meal.
Where to Stay
Small island lodgings offer a quiet base for beach days, fishing and exploration. Casaurinas and Crooked Island Lodge are among the accommodation options mentioned in the guide.
Long Cay
Long Cay lies west of the Bight of Acklins, separated from southern Crooked Island by a narrow channel. Albert Town is its main settlement, with Great Salt Pond in the interior and Windsor Point at its southern tip. Its buildings and historic sites reflect a long connection with maritime trade and island life.
Sightseeing
Places mentioned for a visit include Fortune Island Villas, The After Work Bar and Sierra’s Take Away. Explore the settlement and coastline at a relaxed pace, with local guidance about access.
Getting Here
Ask locally about ferry arrangements between Long Cay and Cabbage Hill on Crooked Island. Confirm crossings and any onward connections before making travel plans.