How far is Cherokee Sound from Moraine Cay by boat?

The direct sailing distance from Cherokee Sound to Moraine Cay is approximately 59.4 nautical miles (109.9 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.

How long does it take to sail from Cherokee Sound to Moraine Cay?

At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 11h 52m at 5 knots, 9h 54m at 6 knots, or 8h 29m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.

What is the heading from Cherokee Sound to Moraine Cay?

The initial bearing from Cherokee Sound to Moraine Cay is approximately 320° (NW). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.

Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Cherokee Sound to Moraine Cay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

59.4 NM

109.9 kilometers

Initial Bearing

320° NW

heading from Cherokee Sound

Estimated Passage Time

11h 52m

at 5 knots

9h 54m

at 6 knots

8h 29m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both destinations are part of the Abaco Islands in The Bahamas. This passage connects Cherokee Sound, known for its a loyalist fishing village where world-class bonefish flats meet centuries of maritime heritage in one of abaco's oldest settlements., with Moraine Cay, where you can experience a remote reef-top cay where spectacular snorkeling begins at the waterline and the abandoned resort adds mystery to pristine shores.. 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 Cherokee Sound from Moraine Cay by boat?: The direct sailing distance from Cherokee Sound to Moraine Cay is approximately 59.4 nautical miles (109.9 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Cherokee Sound to Moraine Cay?: At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 11h 52m at 5 knots, 9h 54m at 6 knots, or 8h 29m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Cherokee Sound to Moraine Cay?: The initial bearing from Cherokee Sound to Moraine Cay is approximately 320° (NW). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.