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Little Harbour (Abaco)

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Practical info — Little Harbour (Abaco)

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📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

The road to Little Harbour can be rough and unpaved; a higher-clearance vehicle is recommended.
The iconic open-air beach bar is, but bring cash as card machines rely on spotty connections.
Visit the bronze foundry during the day to see local artists pouring metal sculptures.
The harbour is very sheltered, making it a great spot for calm paddleboarding.

🍽 Food

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Fresh Catch of the Day

Try the fresh fish at the famous beachside gallery pub.

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Blaster Cocktail

The signature rum drink mixed at the local beach bar.

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Conch Burgers

Classic Bahamian seafood available at the sandy-floored tavern.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Bronze Sculptures

Unique art pieces available directly at the local artist foundry.

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Nautical Jewelry

Locally crafted pieces sold near the gallery.

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Abandoned Lighthouse Lookout

Hike up the hill to the old lighthouse ruins for a panoramic view of the Atlantic.

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The Bight of Old Robinson

A pristine area of mangroves just outside the harbour, handy for quiet kayaking.

Little Harbour is a unique artistic community set within a naturally protected harbor in southern Great Abaco. The settlement owes its modern identity to the Johnston family, specifically the sculptor Randolph Johnston, who arrived in 1951 and established a world-renowned bronze foundry. Geographically, the nearly landlocked circular bay provides exceptional shelter for sailing vessels, making Little Harbour a premier anchorage for the yachting community. A defining characteristic of the settlement is its commitment to off-grid living, relying heavily on solar power for decades. Culturally, the focus is on fine art; the Johnston Gallery and Foundry are internationally recognized for their bronze sculptures created using the ancient lost-wax casting method. The local social hub is 'Pete's Pub,' an open-air establishment that serves as a meeting point for sailors and locals alike. Nearby, sea caves and dramatic cliffs offer memorable views of the Atlantic Ocean. Little Harbour is also a significant sanctuary for green sea turtles, which are frequently spotted in the calm harbor waters.

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Location: Bahamas
Nearby: Cherokee Sound (9 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan–Mar.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	22	22	23	24	25	27	28	29	28	27	25	23
Rain mm	44	39	47	57	99	115	104	106	146	102	59	39

Geography

Coordinates

26.33330, -77.10000

Facts

Home to the only bronze foundry in the Bahamas using the lost-wax process.
Settled in 1951 by the Johnston family, who lived in nearby caves initially.
The community historically relied entirely on independent solar and wind power.
Features the iconic Pete's Pub & Gallery, a legendary Caribbean destination.
The harbor is a designated hurricane hole due to its nearly circular protection.
The surrounding cliffs contain historic caves once used as dwellings.