Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Cherokee Sound Beach: Distance & Time

Plan your passage between these two popular Abacos destinations with accurate distance and timing estimates.

Route Details

Direct Distance

53.1 NM

98.4 kilometers

Initial Bearing

142° SE

heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay

Estimated Passage Time

10h 37m

at 5 knots

8h 51m

at 6 knots

7h 35m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both destinations are part of the Abaco Islands in The Bahamas. This passage connects Allans-Pensacola Cay, known for its an uninhabited cruisers' sanctuary where driftwood art installations and a legendary signing tree chronicle decades of seafaring visitors., with Cherokee Sound Beach, where you can experience a timeless loyalist village beach anchored by the bahamas' longest wooden dock, perfect for wading and sunsets.. The Sea of Abaco provides protected waters for most of this route, making it a comfortable sail in typical conditions.

Important: Distances are approximate direct (straight-line) measurements for trip-planning only. Actual sailing routes follow channels and marked passages and will be longer. Do not use for navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Allans-Pensacola Cay from Cherokee Sound Beach by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Cherokee Sound Beach is approximately 53.1 nautical miles (98.4 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Cherokee Sound Beach?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 10h 37m at 5 knots, 8h 51m at 6 knots, or 7h 35m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Cherokee Sound Beach?
The initial bearing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Cherokee Sound Beach is approximately 142° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.