How far is Cherokee Sound from Sandy Cay by boat?

The direct sailing distance from Cherokee Sound to Sandy Cay is approximately 7.6 nautical miles (14.0 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.

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

At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 1h 31m at 5 knots, 1h 16m at 6 knots, or 1h 5m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.

What is the heading from Cherokee Sound to Sandy Cay?

The initial bearing from Cherokee Sound to Sandy Cay is approximately 24° (NE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.

Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Cherokee Sound to Sandy Cay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

7.6 NM

14.0 kilometers

Initial Bearing

24° NE

heading from Cherokee Sound

Estimated Passage Time

1h 31m

at 5 knots

1h 16m

at 6 knots

1h 5m

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 Sandy Cay, where you can experience a pristine uninhabited cay within the protected pelican cays land and sea park, renowned for some of the healthiest coral formations in the bahamas.. 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 Sandy Cay by boat?: The direct sailing distance from Cherokee Sound to Sandy Cay is approximately 7.6 nautical miles (14.0 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Cherokee Sound to Sandy Cay?: At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 1h 31m at 5 knots, 1h 16m at 6 knots, or 1h 5m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Cherokee Sound to Sandy Cay?: The initial bearing from Cherokee Sound to Sandy Cay is approximately 24° (NE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.