Sailing from Casuarina Point Beach to Cherokee Sound: Distance & Time
Plan your passage between these two popular Abacos destinations with accurate distance and timing estimates.
Route Details
Direct Distance
2.1 NM
4.0 kilometers
Initial Bearing
104° E
heading from Casuarina Point Beach
Estimated Passage Time
26m
at 5 knots
21m
at 6 knots
18m
at 7 knots
About This Route
Both destinations are part of the Abaco Islands in The Bahamas. This passage connects Casuarina Point Beach, known for its a four-mile ribbon of white sand and shallow flats renowned for bonefishing, paddleboarding, and barefoot tranquility., with Cherokee Sound, where you can experience a loyalist fishing village where world-class bonefish flats meet centuries of maritime heritage in one of abaco's oldest settlements.. 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 Casuarina Point Beach from Cherokee Sound by boat?
- The direct sailing distance from Casuarina Point Beach to Cherokee Sound is approximately 2.1 nautical miles (4.0 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
- How long does it take to sail from Casuarina Point Beach to Cherokee Sound?
- At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 26m at 5 knots, 21m at 6 knots, or 18m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
- What is the heading from Casuarina Point Beach to Cherokee Sound?
- The initial bearing from Casuarina Point Beach to Cherokee Sound is approximately 104° (E). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.