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Little Harbour (Abaco)
ℹ️Practical info — Little Harbour (Abaco)
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
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💡 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
Try the fresh fish at the famous beachside gallery pub.
The signature rum drink mixed at the local beach bar.
Classic Bahamian seafood available at the sandy-floored tavern.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Unique art pieces available directly at the local artist foundry.
Locally crafted pieces sold near the gallery.
Hike up the hill to the old lighthouse ruins for a panoramic view of the Atlantic.
A pristine area of mangroves just outside the harbour, handy for quiet kayaking.
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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.
- Location: Bahamas
- Nearby: Spring City (5 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
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.
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